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Senior Accounting Manager M2 – JLL
Location: Hybrid – Westmont, IL
What this job involves:
As Senior Accounting Manager within our Client Accounting Services (CAS) group, you'll lead a dynamic team of accounting professionals while serving as a key strategic partner to our Controller in delivering exceptional financial services across our diverse client portfolio. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape accounting operations, drive excellence in financial reporting, and serve as the primary liaison for new business onboarding across our Westmont office. You'll be at the forefront of maintaining rigorous compliance standards, developing talent, and building lasting relationships with clients and internal partners. If you're an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where your leadership directly impacts business growth and operational excellence, this position provides the perfect platform to advance your career with a global real estate leader.
What your day-to-day will look like:
- Leading and developing a team of 4-6 Accountants and Accounting Managers, providing mentorship, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering professional growth within your direct reports.
- Partnering closely with the Controller to manage accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple CAS clients, serving as the go-to resource for procedures, complex issues, and stakeholder inquiries both internally and externally.
- Overseeing compliance monitoring activities in collaboration with the Senior Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller, ensuring adherence to internal controls, best practices, and Service Organization Control Report (SOCR) requirements while leading implementation of improvements and supporting annual audit processes.
- Serving as the primary CAS liaison to the internal onboarding solutions team, property teams, and client personnel for all incoming properties, ensuring seamless integration of new client accounts into the business line.
- Conducting comprehensive workpaper reviews to evaluate compliance with objectives and verify adequacy of procedures and documentation, while proactively managing the oversight environment to identify and resolve key issues before they escalate.
- Communicating findings and recommendations to Senior Leadership and business partners through dashboards, KPIs, and detailed reports that effectively frame issues and provide actionable solutions.
- Leading special projects and initiatives that drive operational improvements and enhance service delivery across the CAS organization.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (BS/BA) from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial governance within a corporate or client service environment.
- Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience with proven ability to hire, train, evaluate, and develop accounting professionals.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and/or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) designation strongly preferred.
- Experience with SSAE 16/SOC1 (formerly SAS70) or SOX-related design and review of control platforms and frameworks.
- Background in forensic data analysis or financial investigations.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions.
- Familiarity with property management accounting systems such as Yardi or MRI, or demonstrated ability to quickly master specialized accounting software.
- Track record of successfully adapting to ambiguous situations and making sound decisions without complete information in dynamic business environments.
- Strong planning and organizational skills with proven ability to orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines.
- Experience working in a customer-focused environment with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
102,600.00 – 117,000.00 USD per yearThis range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
Location:
On-site –Chicago, ILIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
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