Connect Search is looking for Accounting Manager in Chicago, IL.
This local job opportunity with ID 3666897703 is live since 2026-05-07 15:24:52.
Job Title: Senior Accountant - Real Estate & Not-for-Profit
Location: Chicago, IL - Lincoln Park (On-site, 5 days)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent/Direct Hire
Pay Range: Up to $120,000 base salary plus bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, free on-site parking, progressive and LGBTQ-friendly work environment
Company: Confidential - Privately Held Chicago Company (Real Estate Holdings & Affiliated Not-for-Profit Entities)
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day accounting and quarterly close for real estate holdings
- Quarter-end close for several not-for-profit entities
- Bank, credit card, and investment account reconciliations
- Inter-company invoices, tenant billings, and receivables tracking
- Journal entries for investments, accruals, and adjustments
- Financial statement narratives and quarterly reporting
- Year-end audit workpapers and external auditor support
- Tenant reconciliations and estimates per lease terms
- Form 1099 preparation
- Collaboration with outside property managers
- Insurance billing and follow-up
Key Qualifications:
- 7+ years of accounting experience
- Real estate accounting, not-for-profit accounting, or public accounting (audit) background
- CPA preferred
- Strong general ledger, accruals, and adjusting entry knowledge
- Asset capitalization and depreciation experience
- Strong Excel and accounting software skills
- Experience preparing financial statements end-to-end
- Family office or private holding company experience is a plus
- Not-for-profit income tax exposure is a plus
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