Property Accountant

Role: Property Accountant

Location: Chicago, IL | On-site | Full-time

Pay: $45-50/hr

Benefits: This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401k.

Temporary Staff Accountant

Position Overview

We are seeking a Temporary Staff Accountant to support the accounting team with daily transaction processing, account reconciliations, month-end close activities, and process documentation. This individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely reporting, and assisting with ongoing accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

Cash Management & Reconciliation

• Record and reconcile daily cash receipts and disbursements.
• Review supporting documentation to ensure transactions are complete and accurate.
• Research and resolve routine posting discrepancies and variances.
• Monitor daily banking activity and assist with cash reconciliations.
• Escalate unusual transactions or outstanding issues as needed.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of accounting activities and supporting documentation.

Month-End Close Support

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Complete account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Review balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Analyze and resolve reconciling items and account variances.
• Prepare documentation and schedules for management review.
• Assist with financial reporting and other month-end close deliverables.
• Perform additional accounting tasks to support a timely and accurate close process.

Process Documentation

• Partner with members of the accounting team to document current accounting procedures and workflows.
• Assist in creating and updating process documentation to support operational consistency and future initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and standardization.

Expected Deliverables

• Timely completion of daily transaction processing and cash reconciliation activities.
• Accurate and complete account reconciliations and month-end close workpapers.
• Well-documented accounting processes and procedures.
• Proactive communication of outstanding issues that could impact reporting timelines or financial results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.