Accountant (Chicago, IL)

Our client is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our client shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces, and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. Our client is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $18.0 billion, operations in over 80 countries, and a global workforce of more than 93,000 as of December 31, 2019.

We are seeking an Accountant on a contract basis to help support their ongoing business needs. This role is on-site in Chicago, IL.

Shift: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST

Responsibilities:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for the Americas Work Dynamics business, ensuring deadlines are met and issues are resolved promptly
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for key and non-key accounts and document required adjustments to maintain financial accuracy
• Perform periodic and ad-hoc financial analysis comparing current results to prior periods and document findings for management review
• Ensure proper revenue recognition and contract setup in accordance with ASC 606 across complex service agreements
• Apply financial policies and procedures while identifying, escalating, and recommending solutions for accounting inconsistencies or issues
• Execute internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and support the resolution of control deficiencies
• Partner with business operations teams to support growth initiatives while identifying opportunities to centralize and streamline accounting processes
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives by driving process improvements and supporting scalable accounting operations
• Support internal and external audits through documentation, analysis, and issue resolution

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in complex business environments
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements
• Ability to communicate accounting issues and recommendations effectively to leadership
• Strong attention to detail with analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including advanced financial analysis
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience working in matrixed organizations
• Collaborative work style with high energy and enthusiasm for controllership functions

Preferred

• CPA certification or active progress toward CPA designation
• Public accounting experience, particularly supporting real estate or professional services clients
• Experience preparing financial statements or reporting for SEC registrants
• Background in accounting process improvement and best practice implementation
• Experience mentoring or onboarding team members
• Strong creative problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize complex information
• Experience supporting internal and external audits, including workpaper preparation

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.