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Senior Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$121k–$149k2026-10-20 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Drive strategic financial reporting, analysis, and controllership operations for JLL's Americas real estate portfolio, ensuring compliance and supporting M&A activities.

Role type

Senior Accounting Manager (Controllership)

Builds

Financial statements, executive-level reporting, and audit-ready controls for the Americas region.

Domain

Real Estate / Financial Reporting & Controllership

Required skills

Financial reporting, Revenue recognition (ASC 606), SOX compliance, Audit coordination, Team leadership, Financial analysis, Process improvement, Contract review, Balance sheet reconciliation, P&L management

Preferred skills

Big Four public accounting experience, SEC registrant experience, Real estate industry background, Data analytics tools proficiency, Multinational corporation experience

Technologies

Financial systems, Data analytics tools

Responsibilities

Review contracts for ASC 606 compliance, Prepare P&L and balance sheet commentary, Close monthly/quarterly financial statements, Complete and review SOX controls, Guide outsourced controllership team, Lead finance touchpoint meetings, Support KPMG audits and statutory reviews, Develop training for controllership team, Drive automation and process enhancements

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities