Senior Fund Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant P3 for our Client Accounting Services team in Westmont, IL. This role involves managing complex accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and supporting diverse clients. The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and can work independently while collaborating effectively.

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly/quarterly property financial statements for a 4 to 6 property portfolio by the deadlines established by the client.
• Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports – prepare journal entries, financial statement preparation, and bank reconciliations within stated controls and client reporting requirements.
• Gain a complete understanding of internal accounting requirements and ensure they are met as established by the client.
• Function as a resource to site property teams, coordinating procedures, responding to accounting questions, and addressing client inquiries.
• Oversee internal and external audits and coordinate with various departments on audit requirements.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash management for loan servicing, disbursement processing, and external reporting.
• Coordinate the Accounts Payable process – review invoice coding and approvals, ensuring compliance with all appropriate controls.
• Assist with annual budget preparation – compile key assumptions and capital budget information, review for reasonableness, and ensure timely and accurate entry into the accounting system.
• Conduct annual year‑end reconciliation – prepare, calculate, and review reconciliations, ensuring all adjustments are billed timely and correctly per lease requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; CPA desirable.
• Minimum 3-5 years of Real Estate Accounting experience.
• Knowledge of CAM and FASB 13 specifically.
• Adaptability – ability to maintain effectiveness in varying environments and with diverse people.
• Planning and Organizing – ability to establish a course of action to accomplish goals and evaluate results.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, prioritize, and manage time and workload to meet client needs.
• Client Focus – dedicated to meeting the expectations of internal and external clients and gaining their trust and respect.
• Dealing with Ambiguity – able to cope with change, shift gears comfortably, and act without a total picture.
• Drive for Results – can be counted on to exceed goals and be bottom‑line oriented.
• Microsoft Office – Excel required, Access knowledge desirable.
• Experience with Real Estate specific software – MRI or Yardi.
• Fund reporting experience is a plus.
• Position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:
82,650.00 – 97,000.00 USD per year

On‑site – Westmont, IL

• 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

We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.