Senior Staff Accountant
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Talnt
Glencoe, IL (In Person)
Full-Time
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This Senior Staff Accountant role focuses on general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and real estate accounting operations. The position supports both corporate accounting and property-level financials, including month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations. Ideal for professionals with experience in real estate, property management accounting, or multi-entity environments, this role offers exposure to full-cycle accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.Responsibilities:
Maintain and reconcile general ledgers for corporate entities and real estate operating properties Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, amortization, and intercompany transactions Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and supporting schedules for internal and external reporting Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for corporate and property-level operations Reconcile bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and property cash flow activity to ensure accuracy Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including expense coding and revenue tracking Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and accounting policies Collaborate with cross-functional teams including property management and finance to resolve discrepancies Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and special accounting projectsQualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3 or more years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate accounting or property management accounting Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting Experience with accounting software such as Yardi, Sage Timberline, or similar ERP systems Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, pivot tables, and financial modeling basics Understanding of month-end close processes, accrual accounting, and intercompany transactions Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsDesired Qualifications:
Experience with real estate financials, property-level reporting, and tenant accounting Knowledge of consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and multi-entity accounting structures Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a real estate environment CPA or progress toward CPA certification Experience improving accounting processes, internal controls, or system implementationsSimilar remote jobs
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