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Senior Property Accountant

Clear Investment Group · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$85k–$110k/yrFull-time

Position Overview

As a Senior Property Accountant at Clear Investment Group, you will be an integral part of a high-performing team within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This role offers exposure to all facets of real estate investment—from accounting and financial reporting to deal underwriting and asset management. We are seeking a driven, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic setting and is excited to contribute to the continued growth of an expanding real estate platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead full-cycle month-end close processes, including journal entries, general ledger management, and financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, and annual).
  • Manage Yardi workflows, including invoice processing via PayScan and utility expense oversight through Yes Energy.
  • Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and independent variance analyses to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
  • Oversee company-wide expense management, including spend tracking, user onboarding, and compliance reporting.
  • Develop and enhance internal control procedures and financial policies to drive consistency and transparency.
  • Reconcile complex accounts, including bank, GL, intercompany transactions, amortization schedules, and real estate tax payments.
  • Partner with property management teams to address operational accounting challenges and streamline reporting.
  • Collaborate with external tax advisors to ensure timely K-1 distributions and adherence to filing deadlines.
  • Support annual audits by preparing deliverables and coordinating with auditors.
  • Conduct ad hoc analyses and provide financial insights to support executive decision-making.

About You

  • You are a proactive, analytical professional who takes ownership of results and enjoys being part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.
  • You embody the traits of an Ideal Team Player—Humble, Hungry, and Smart:
    • Humble: Experienced yet eager to learn and grow.
    • Hungry: Results-driven, curious, and always striving to improve.
    • Smart: Emotionally intelligent and business-minded, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred, but not required)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience; real estate experience strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in month-end close procedures and financial statement preparation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience with Yardi software is a significant plus

Why Clear Investment Group?

If you’re looking to advance your career within a dynamic and expanding real estate investment firm—this is the place to be. At CIG, you’ll join a passionate and entrepreneurial team that values initiative, accountability, and personal growth. We offer a collaborative and fast-moving environment where your contributions directly impact our success.

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