JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Senior Accountant: Fund Reporting– JLL What this job involves: As a Senior Accountant P3 within our Client Accounting Services team, you'll take ownership of complex accounting operations for a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate properties. This role positions you at the intersection of technical accounting expertise and client partnership, where you'll manage full-cycle accounting, prepare sophisticated financial statements, and serve as a trusted advisor to both internal teams and external clients. Your work directly impacts JLL's reputation for financial excellence and client service. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced accounting professional ready to expand their influence, mentor emerging talent, and advance their career within one of the world's leading commercial real estate firms. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values precision, innovation, and professional growth while working with cutting-edge real estate accounting technology. What your day-to-day will look like: Managing the complete accounting cycle for a portfolio of 4 to 6 commercial properties, ensuring all monthly and quarterly financial statements meet exacting client deadlines and comply with established reporting standards and controls. Preparing comprehensive financial reports including journal entries, bank reconciliations, and variance analyses that provide clients with actionable insights into property performance and financial position. Serving as the primary accounting resource for on-site property teams, responding to complex accounting inquiries, coordinating procedures across departments, and ensuring seamless communication between field operations and financial reporting. Overseeing critical processes including internal and external audits, cash management for loan servicing, disbursement processing, and Accounts Payable workflows to ensure compliance with all relevant controls and client requirements. Leading annual budget preparation efforts by compiling key assumptions, capital budget information, and forecasts while reviewing submissions for accuracy and reasonableness before system entry. Executing year-end reconciliation processes with precision, including CAM reconciliations and lease-specific adjustments, ensuring all calculations are accurate and billings are processed timely per lease requirements. Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering their professional development while maintaining the high-quality standards expected by JLL and our clients. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution. Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on Real Estate Accounting experience, with demonstrated expertise managing property-level financial operations and reporting. Strong working knowledge of Common Area Maintenance (CAM) accounting principles and FASB 13 (lease accounting standards), with proven ability to apply these concepts in complex scenarios. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including financial modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions essential for sophisticated financial reporting. Experience with real estate-specific accounting software platforms such as MRI or Yardi, including financial statement preparation, journal entry processing, and reporting functionality. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, work effectively under deadline pressure, and consistently meet client expectations in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated track record of building strong client relationships, maintaining trust through responsive communication, and delivering exceptional service that exceeds expectations. Preferred Qualifications: CPA certification or actively pursuing CPA licensure, demonstrating commitment to the highest professional accounting standards. Working knowledge of Microsoft Access for database management and advanced reporting capabilities. Experience coordinating or participating in external audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to auditor inquiries. Familiarity with loan servicing requirements, lender reporting, and cash management protocols within commercial real estate environments. Previous experience mentoring or training junior accounting professionals, with ability to explain complex concepts clearly and foster team development. Exposure to multiple proper