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Senior Accountant - Real Estate

Buckingham Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Base pay range $90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Overview A leading global real estate investment and development company is seeking a

Senior Accountant

to join its corporate accounting team. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and a drive to improve processes in a dynamic environment.

Reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager, the Senior Accountant will support a collaborative team, ensure accurate financial reporting, and contribute to best practices that align with the company’s financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze financial statements (balance sheets, income statements) in accordance with

US GAAP

Support accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes (journal entries, reconciliations, reporting)

Assist with budget variance analysis by compiling and reviewing financial data

Partner cross-functionally with finance, treasury, tax, and legal to ensure accurate accounting treatment

Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure compliance

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Support special projects and ad-hoc financial analyses as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field ( CPA preferred )

2–4 years of progressive accounting experience ( real estate or public accounting experience a plus )

Strong knowledge of

US GAAP

and financial reporting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, advanced formulas required)

Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards, Yardi, or similar)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Why Join

Benefits start

Day 1 : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match (immediate vesting)

Generous PTO, paid holidays, sick leave, and parental leave

Career development and growth opportunities

Wellness and mental health resources

Family planning assistance (IVF, surrogacy, adoption)

Pet insurance, commuter benefits, and childcare assistance

Inclusive, collaborative culture built on integrity, initiative, and teamwork

Great role for accountants with real estate or public accounting backgrounds looking to step into a corporate accounting position with growth potential.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Real Estate and Investment Management

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