Staff Accountant Position – Chicago, Illinois
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Here is a great position with Jones Lang LaSalle. It is a staff accountant position. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in a career in accounting and wants to join an organization that will provide opportunities for growth. Here are the details:
Join the world leader in real estate services and money management – and a company recognized by Chicago magazine as one of the city`s best places to work!
Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE:JLL) is a financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate. The firm offers integrated services delivered by expert teams worldwide to clients seeking increased value by owning, occupying or investing in real estate. With 2008 global revenue of $2.7 billion, Jones Lang LaSalle serves clients in 60 countries from 750 locations worldwide, including 180 corporate offices. The firm is an industry leader in property and corporate facility management services, with a portfolio of approximately 1.3 billion square feet worldwide. LaSalle Investment Management, the company`s investment management business, is one of the world`s largest and most diverse in real estate with more than $46 billion of assets under management. For further information, please visit our Web site, www.joneslanglasalle.com.
We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Corporate Finance group in Chicago, IL.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT – Chicago, IL
Responsibilities:
Maintain the PeopleSoft Asset Management System Record all asset additions, transfers and retirements Perform monthly interface between AM and AP Monthly reconciliation of AM to the GL Record monthly depreciation expense Mass retirements Review and maintain copies of all Capital Invoices Review all project activity Coordinate Annual Plan/Forecast for Capital and Depreciation Expense for Americas Region Policy, GAAP and SOX Compliance Special Projects for Senior Management Team Month End Close Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations Prepare monthly journal entries and variance analyses Preparation of quarterly audit work papers Reconciliation of various cash accounts Assist in ad hoc reporting and analysis
Requirements:
Successful candidates will have a Bachelor`s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or in pursuit a plus Up to 2 years of accounting experience; real estate experience a plus Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic Strong attention to detail and excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel are required Must be a self-starter with the ability to excel in a fast paced and customer service oriented environment Prior PeopleSoft experience is a plus
Start a lasting career with Jones Lang LaSalle today!
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are interested, please visit their web site at www.us.am.joneslanglasalle.com/UnitedStates/EN-US/Pages/Careers.aspx to apply online. All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site. Please reference Job # 10704.
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