
Senior Accounting Analyst CFS
- $95,000–$105,000 Per Year
| Location | Chicago, IL |
The Senior Property Accounting Analyst will be responsible for day-to-day accounting oversight, reporting, cash management, and operational support for real estate investments. The role partners closely with portfolio management, property managers, administrators, and internal leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting and scalable processes.This position reports to a Property Accounting Manager and plays a key role in supporting ongoing platform growth.Base pay range$85,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yrAdditional compensation typesAnnual BonusKey ResponsibilitiesReview monthly financial statements and supporting schedules from third-party property managers and administratorsAssist with development, review, and analysis of budgets and forecastsMonitor cash flow requirements and coordinate with banking partners on account setup and operational needsSupport implementation, enhancement, and integration of accounting systems and third-party platformsMaintain oversight of accounting records for real estate holding entitiesEnsure all required client and internal reporting is accurate and delivered on timePrepare annualized income and expense projections to support cash flow planningCalculate and analyze excess cash flow and distribution schedulesPrepare journal entries within property accounting systems as neededSupport annual audits and tax reporting processesCoordinate with third-party administrators, property managers, valuation firms, and international counterpartsLead or support operational improvement initiatives focused on scalability and efficiencyReview invoices and facilitate payments via wire or formal payment instructionsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field5+ years of experience in commercial real estate accounting, real estate investment platforms, or public accounting with real estate exposureExperience with property development accounting preferredIntermediate to advanced Excel skillsExperience with property accounting systems (Yardi preferred)Proven experience overseeing and managing third-party service providersSelf-starter with a continuous improvement mindsetStrong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent communication, organization, and time-management skillsCompetitive base salary, commensurate with experienceEligibility for annual discretionary bonusComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (HSA/FSA options)Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance401(k) planPaid time off, sick time, and employee assistance programsCommuter and transit benefitsOptional supplemental insurance programsHybrid in-office schedule, collaborative setting in downtown ChicagoInteraction with cross-functional teams and external partnersOpportunity to support a growing, institutional real estate platformSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAccounting/Auditing, Analyst, and Project Management#J-18808-Ljbffr





