Accountant 3

Accountant 3

The Accountant 3 joins a dynamic Controllership function during a period of transformation and growth, applying advanced accounting and compliance expertise to complex commercial real estate property management agreements. This role directly supports SEC-reported results by preparing reconciliations, accounting entries, and comprehensive financial reports, while ensuring rigorous adherence to U.S. GAAP, ASC 606, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. The position offers the opportunity to support critical audits, strengthen internal controls, and drive process improvements across global operations within a high-performing, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for the Americas Property Management business, ensuring critical deadlines are met and issues are communicated and resolved in a timely manner.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for key and non-key accounts, documenting and communicating identified adjustments to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Perform periodic and ad-hoc value-added analysis of results against prior periods, investigating changes or trends and documenting findings for management review.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and contract setup in accordance with ASC 606, particularly across complex commercial real estate service agreements.
• Apply company financial policies and procedures consistently and escalate inconsistencies, issues, and recommendations to leadership with well-developed proposed solutions.
• Perform and document internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and assist in resolving accounting and internal control issues.
• Partner with business operations teams to support growth and expansion of subservice line businesses, identifying opportunities to centralize, standardize, and streamline accounting processes.
• Support the preparation of professional-level accounting entries and comprehensive reports that contribute directly to SEC-reported financial results.
• Contribute to critical audit activities by providing thorough documentation, reconciliations, and workpapers that support internal and external audit requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues across a matrixed organization to share best practices, enhance controllership capabilities, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience in complex business environments.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, with the ability to communicate key issues effectively to leadership.
• Proven experience with accounting activities such as accounting entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure proper revenue recognition and contract setup, including familiarity with ASC 606 standards.
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to think strategically and analytically in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including advanced financial modeling and analysis capabilities in Excel.
• Analytical mindset with the capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting critical deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships within a matrix organizational structure.
• Effective multi-tasking skills and a collaborative work style, with high levels of energy, enthusiasm, and passion for controllership functions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA certification or active progress toward a CPA designation.
• Public accounting experience, particularly with real estate or professional services clients.
• Experience with financial reporting systems and compilation of core financial statements for SEC registrants.
• Experience in process improvement and implementation of best practices across accounting functions.
• Experience mentoring and onboarding team members in complex accounting environments.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with the capacity to analyze and synthesize information from disparate sources.
• Previous experience supporting external and internal audit processes, including preparation of comprehensive documentation and workpapers.

Work Environment

The role operates within a high-powered, global Controllership team that is focused on taking the organization to the next level through transformation and growth. The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, requiring frequent collaboration with business operations teams and colleagues across a matrixed structure. Work involves extensive use of financial reporting systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, to support financial close, analysis, and reporting activities. The position emphasizes strong internal control practices, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and continuous process improvement within a professional, collaborative, and performance-oriented setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $53.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 2026.