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The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies
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Corporate Accountant
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies · Oak Brook, Illinois, United States
In short
The Corporate Accountant will execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes while ensuring the accuracy of consolidated GAAP financial statements. They will also support audit compliance, perform budget-to-actual variance analysis, and collaborate with internal teams on special projects.
What they're looking for
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Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and advanced Excel skills are required, with preference given to those with real estate or investment management experience.
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Questions about this role
- Is this The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies role remote?
- Tagged on site.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists $90,500–$115,000 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Corporate Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. In this role, you will play a key part in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated GAAP financial statements across a complex, multi-entity structure. This position offers strong exposure to corporate-level reporting, audit processes, and cross-functional collaboration—making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a sophisticated real estate/investment environment.
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Corporate Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. In this role, you will play a key part in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated GAAP financial statements across a complex, multi-entity structure.
This position offers strong exposure to corporate-level reporting, audit processes, and cross-functional collaboration—making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a sophisticated real estate/investment environment.
What You’ll Do
Financial Reporting & Close
Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for corporate and underlying entities
- Prepare consolidated financial statements, reporting packages, dashboards, and analytics
- Review general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and proper accounting treatment
- Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting
Audit & Compliance
Support the annual audit process, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies
- Maintain audit readiness and support control environments
Analysis & Forecasting
- Analyze financial results and provide budget-to-actual variance analysis
- Assist with annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting
- Prepare quarterly cash flow reporting and tax-related calculations
Process Improvement & Controls
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Support the development and documentation of accounting policies and procedures
- Strengthen internal controls and reporting processes
Collaboration & Special Projects
- Partner with Finance, Asset Management, and other internal teams to resolve discrepancies
- Support consolidation across multiple entities and ownership structures
- Contribute to special projects and ad hoc initiatives
- What You Bring
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or equivalent experience)
- 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience with financial statement preparation, consolidations, and audit support
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Preferred
- Experience in real estate, investment management, or private equity environments
- Exposure to partnership accounting or tax preparation
- CPA designation (or in progress)
Skills
- Strong analytical ability with excellent attention to detail
- Advanced Excel skills (e.g., complex models, lookups, data analysis)
- Experience with accounting systems (Yardi or similar preferred)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Annual Base Salary Range: $90,500-$115,000
- Inland offers a competitive range of benefits for eligible Full-time employees:
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
- Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
- Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
- Sick time
- Tuition reimbursement opportunity
- Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
Paid Parental Leave
This position is eligible as an internal promotion opportunity.
To learn more about the Benefits Inland offers its employees please click the link to learn more.
As part of our commitment to an efficient and consistent hiring experience, The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and its affiliated companies ("Inland") may utilize artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including resume review and candidate screening. AI-enabled tools are used to support hiring decisions and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions. All employment decisions are reviewed and made by qualified Inland professionals.
We are a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks and drug screening are conducted for all new hires in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Inland is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We do not use AI or any selection tools in a manner that results in unlawful discrimination based on any protected characteristic.
If you require a reasonable accommodation or an alternative method of assessment during any stage of the recruiting process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@inlandgroup.com.
Where required by applicable law, Inland will provide additional disclosures and obtain any necessary consent before using certain AI-enabled technologies. Candidates may request additional information regarding Inland’s use of AI in the hiring process at any time.
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