Accountant (Hybrid - 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 our customer's business needs. This role is hybrid (3 days on-site and 2 days remote/week) in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities:

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to meet critical deadlines
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts and communicate adjustments to leadership
• Perform variance analysis comparing current results to prior periods and document trends for management review
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and contract setup in compliance with ASC 606 standards
• Execute Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls testing and support resolution of accounting and control issues
• Support internal and external audits by preparing workpapers and responding to inquiries
• Mentor and manage a staff accountant directly or through matrix reporting
• Collaborate with finance team members, including business partnering and FP&A, to support growth initiatives

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with at least 4 years of professional accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong skills in Word and PowerPoint
• Experience managing financial processes and implementing accounting best practices
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage senior management
• Detail-oriented with strategic and analytical thinking capabilities

Preferred:

• CPA certification or progress toward certification
• Public accounting experience with Big Four or mid-tier firms
• Experience with financial reporting systems and SEC reporting processes
• Background in commercial real estate or facilities management accounting
• Experience mentoring junior team members
• Familiarity with ASC 606 in service-based industries
• Experience working in matrix organizational environments

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.