What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portfolio Accountant position at JLL?
LaSalle Investment Management ("LaSalle") is a global real estate investment manager with $89 billion of private and public real estate assets under management and over 900 people in 13 countries. Our diverse investor base includes public and private pension funds, insurance companies, governments, endowments, and high net worth investors from across the globe. LaSalle sponsors private custom accounts, private open and closed-end commingled funds, and public real estate securities programs. As a wholly-owned member of JLL, LaSalle's investment teams also draw on the intelligence and resources of its parent company, providing unique access to market opportunities and key industry leaders.
At LaSalle, we deliver investment performance for a better tomorrow for all our stakeholders. We believe investment performance can be impacted by physical climate hazards as well as sustainability-related market and regulatory changes. We integrate sustainability into our portfolio construction, acquisitions, and asset management activities to maximize value for our clients.
Objective of Role:
LaSalle Investment Management is currently seeking a Portfolio Accountant. This individual will serve in a supporting role to help manage a significant portion of the accounting and reporting process for two real estate investment portfolios reporting under Fair Value GAAP and IFRS. This individual will report to the Portfolio Controllers on the Custom Accounts team.
Accountabilities:
Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes
Accurately calculate, interpret, and communicate financial performance returns
Complete monthly financial analysis, review monthly financial statements provided by property managers, may include the review of property accounting information prepared by joint venture partners
Accurately complete cash management transactions and cash tracking
Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as year-end audit and tax requirements
Create efficiency in and effectiveness of the financial reporting process as well as improve client services
Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions
Assist with various special projects as assigned
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum of 1-3 years of accounting experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
CPA designation is preferred. Candidate will be expected to achieve CPA in order to qualify for future progression
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to think creatively and independently develop solutions to problems
Effectiveness in reviewing own work to achieve high levels of accuracy
Extremely organized multi-tasker
Team player who works well both independently and in a team environment
Strong knowledge of technical accounting concepts
Strongly proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
At LaSalle, we deliver investment performance for a better tomorrow for all our stakeholders. We believe investment performance can be impacted by physical climate hazards as well as sustainability-related market and regulatory changes. We integrate sustainability into our portfolio construction, acquisitions, and asset management activities to maximize value for our clients.
Objective of Role:
LaSalle Investment Management is currently seeking a Portfolio Accountant. This individual will serve in a supporting role to help manage a significant portion of the accounting and reporting process for two real estate investment portfolios reporting under Fair Value GAAP and IFRS. This individual will report to the Portfolio Controllers on the Custom Accounts team.
Accountabilities:
Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes
Accurately calculate, interpret, and communicate financial performance returns
Complete monthly financial analysis, review monthly financial statements provided by property managers, may include the review of property accounting information prepared by joint venture partners
Accurately complete cash management transactions and cash tracking
Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as year-end audit and tax requirements
Create efficiency in and effectiveness of the financial reporting process as well as improve client services
Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions
Assist with various special projects as assigned
Required Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum of 1-3 years of accounting experience
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
CPA designation is preferred. Candidate will be expected to achieve CPA in order to qualify for future progression
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to think creatively and independently develop solutions to problems
Effectiveness in reviewing own work to achieve high levels of accuracy
Extremely organized multi-tasker
Team player who works well both independently and in a team environment
Strong knowledge of technical accounting concepts
Strongly proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
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