Newcastle Investors / Reside Living - Chicago, ILReporting To: Director, FinanceSalary Range: 65K-80KWho We Are Newcastle Investors is a real estate investment and operating company focused on multifamily and mixed‑use properties throughout urban Chicago. With more than 35 buildings, 2,744 apartment homes, and approximately $1.2 billion in assets, we combine entrepreneurial thinking with institutional backing to deliver long‑term value for our residents, capital partners, and neighborhoods.For more than two decades, our success has been driven by a collaborative, values‑driven team that believes great real estate is about more than buildings—it is about creating places where people can live, connect, and thrive. At Newcastle, initiative is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and every team member has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your contributions matter, and your career can grow alongside one of Chicago's leading multifamily owners and operators.What You Will Do The ideal candidate will be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation/management of the full cycle accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties. It is essential that this candidate brings analytical, organizational and attention to detail skills to best support the accounting team.Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including general ledgers, income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements and variance analysesPrepare bank reconciliations, AR and AP subsidiary to General Ledger tie‑outs for assigned entities to ensure integrity of all financial dataRecord and analyze journal entries, accruals, prepaids and other accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP and company policiesOversee Accounts Receivable, process tenant receipts, charges and Accounts Payable for check processingMonitor cash activityPrepare detailed monthly and year‑end workpapers for key balance sheet and income statement accountsPrepare and distribute quarterly financial reports requested by various lendersPost/review retail tenant billings, rent rolls, CAM reconciliations and other property‑related transactionsCoordinate monthly, quarter and year‑end close activities while meeting established deadlinesCollaborate with Property Management, Asset Management and other teams to resolve accounting issues, explain financial results, and support operational decision‑makingSupport annual budgeting, forecasting and internal/external audit processesPrepare/file state, county, and city tax filingsUnderstand and comply with GAAP and Internal Policy & ProceduresAssist with special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned by managementRequirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field2+ years of Accounting experience. Real Estate Accounting preferredExperience with Yardi or similar property management ERP is preferredIntermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel is requiredStrong analytical and problem‑solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills are requiredAbility to multitask and prioritize your workloadCommitment to continued professional growth and learningNewcastle Investors is committed to conducting all employment practices for employees at all levels without regard to race, creed, genetic characteristics, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, gender identity/status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational requirement exists.Newcastle Investors is an E‑Verify employer. E‑Verify is an Internet‑based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.#J-18808-Ljbffr