Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant | Premier Chicago Real Estate Developer

Our client, a highly respected and well-capitalized real estate development firm in downtown Chicago, is looking to add a Senior Accountant to its growing team.

The Senior Accountant will work a hybrid schedule, 3 days in office, 2 from home (weekly).

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the few developers actively delivering large-scale projects in Chicago today. With an impressive portfolio of transformative mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments, this organization offers outstanding long-term career growth and exposure to complex, high-profile projects that are reshaping the city's skyline.

Beyond the exciting work, the company has earned an exceptional reputation for investing in its people, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers. You'll work alongside experienced professionals across accounting, finance, development, construction, legal, and tax while gaining exposure that is difficult to find elsewhere in the market.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Join an industry-leading real estate developer with a strong financial foundation and long-term vision.
• Work on landmark projects that are transforming Chicago's landscape.
• Gain hands-on experience in development accounting, construction accounting, and cross-functional business operations.
• Stable organization known for promoting from within and investing in employee development.
• Excellent benefits, collaborative culture, and better work-life balance than many organizations within the real estate development industry.

The Role

As the Senior Accountant, you'll oversee the accounting for assigned development projects from inception through completion. Responsibilities include financial reporting, general ledger management, reconciliations, construction draws, project cost analysis, accruals, and month-end close. You'll also partner closely with project teams, finance, construction, legal, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and provide financial insight throughout the development lifecycle.

This role offers strong visibility within the organization and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, technology initiatives, operational reporting, and strategic financial analysis.

Ideal Background

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Approximately 3+ years of accounting experience
• Real estate development, construction, property management, or project accounting experience is highly preferred public accounting with real estate experience will also work
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with ERP systems and construction/property accounting software is a plus
• Self-motivated professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment