Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Corporate Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. In this role, you will play a key part in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated GAAP financial statements across a complex, multi-entity structure.

This position offers strong exposure to corporate-level reporting, audit processes, and cross-functional collaborationmaking it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a sophisticated real estate/investment environment.

What You'll Do

Financial Reporting & Close

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and underlying entities
• Prepare consolidated financial statements, reporting packages, dashboards, and analytics
• Review general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and proper accounting treatment
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting

Audit & Compliance

• Support the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Maintain audit readiness and support control environments

Analysis & Forecasting

• Analyze financial results and provide budget-to-actual variance analysis
• Assist with annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting
• Prepare quarterly cash flow reporting and tax-related calculations

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Support the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
• Strengthen internal controls and reporting processes

Collaboration & Special Projects

• Partner with Finance, Asset Management, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies
• Support consolidation across multiple entities and ownership structures
• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc initiatives

What You Bring

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (or equivalent experience)
• 37 years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience with financial statement preparation, consolidations, and audit support
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Preferred:

• Experience in real estate, investment management, or private equity environments
• Exposure to partnership accounting or tax preparation
• CPA designation (or in progress)

Skills:

• Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., complex models, lookups, data analysis)
• Experience with accounting systems (Yardi or similar preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Annual Base Salary Range: $86,558-$108,197

Inland offers a competitive range of benefits for eligible Full-time employees:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
• Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
• Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement opportunity
• Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid Parental Leave

This position is eligible as an internal promotion opportunity.

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc.