SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - Westmont, IL

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), the only real estate money management and services firm named to Forbes magazine's Platinum 400, has more than 100 offices worldwide and operates in more than 430 cities in 50 countries. With 2005 revenues of approximately $1.4 billion, the company provides comprehensive integrated real estate and investment management expertise on a local, regional and global level to owner, occupier and investor clients. Jones Lang LaSalle is an industry leader in property and corporate facility management services, with a portfolio of 923 million square feet worldwide. In 2005, the firm completed capital markets sales and acquisitions, debt financings, and equity placements on assets and portfolios valued at $43 billion. LaSalle Investment Management, the company's investment management business, is one of the world's largest and most diverse real estate money management firms, with approximately $30 billion of assets under management. For further information, please visit www.joneslanglasalle.com.

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Client Accounting Group located in Westmont, IL.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - Westmont, IL

Responsibilities:
Prepare timely and accurate monthly property financial statements for a 2 to 3 property portfolio
Submit financial statements and work-papers in reviewable form (including documentation) and within the proper time frame for review
Document the resolution of all issues identified in the Manager's review of financial statements
Responsible for cash management of assigned properties
Insure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly
Assist property management in the budget process and review the budget from an accounting perspective
Work with the property manager team to process escalation billings
Maintain a working knowledge of mortgage agreements and management agreements for assigned properties
Work with cash management to facilitate the establishment of bank accounts
Work with property teams to determine client reporting requirements, due dates, report formats, and set start-up expectations
Work with the lease input team to ensure the property is correctly set up (i.e. suites, floors, and lease information)
Work with clients to obtain opening balance information, set up funding procedures, discuss mortgage and tax payment process
Document and communicate established client requirements to appropriate personnel
Proactively aid in problem solving/issue resolution and process improvement though the utilization of specialized knowledge of systems, policies and procedures and established internal controls
Participate in the Established Client Accounting Services Oversight Program
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA or Six Sigma a plus
Minimum of 4-6 years real estate accounting experience required; Corporate Facilities experience a plus
Public Accounting/Internal Audit/Sarbanes Oxley experience required
Demonstrated professional leadership skills through effective work habits, attitude, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple and changing priorities
Experience and success working in a team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer proficiency in Microsoft office products and real estate/development accounting software; Strong knowledge of general ledger maintenance

Start a lasting career with Jones Lang LaSalle today!
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit our Web site at www.joneslanglasalle.com/us to apply online. All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site. Please reference Job : 004653.

Jones Lang LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer