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Senior Accountant

JLL
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
200 East Randolph Street (Show on map)
May 05, 2026
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Senior Accountant - JLL Location: Chicago - Onsite What this job involves: As a Senior Accountant focused on SEC Reporting, you'll play a critical role in ensuring JLL's financial transparency and regulatory compliance on a global scale. This position sits at the intersection of technical accounting, regulatory reporting, and cross-functional collaboration, where you'll help prepare and review the quarterly and annual filings that communicate JLL's financial performance to investors and regulators worldwide. You'll work closely with senior finance leadership, external auditors, and colleagues across HR, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure accuracy and completeness in all public disclosures. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional with SEC reporting experience to make a significant impact on JLL's corporate reporting function while developing expertise in the complexities of public company accounting for a global real estate services leader. What your day-to-day will look like: Prepare and review quarterly (10-Q) and annual (10-K) SEC filings, including comprehensive supporting work papers for internal and external audit review, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Investor Relations, and other departments to ensure complete and accurate proxy statements, 8-K filings, annual reports, and other public disclosures meet all regulatory and communication standards. Assist with XBRL tagging processes and conduct thorough reviews of all SEC filings to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with current reporting standards. Own specific global corporate accounting processes, including recording journal entries to accurately reflect current period activity and maintaining supporting documentation. Partner with internal and external audit teams to ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, preparing supporting schedules, process flows, and control documentation as needed. Lead continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and executing process enhancements, working collaboratively with leaders across the global organization to streamline reporting workflows. Support department projects and ad hoc initiatives, bringing technical accounting expertise to special projects and emerging reporting requirements. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including public company or public accounting exposure. Active CPA certification required (or CPA certification in progress with completion timeline established). Demonstrated experience performing accounting and financial reporting disclosure research, with ability to interpret and apply complex accounting standards and SEC regulations. Strong analytical skills with proven ability to prepare accurate, detailed work papers and supporting documentation for audit and regulatory review. Experience working within multi-national corporations and SEC registrants, with understanding of public company reporting requirements and deadlines. Superior multi-tasking abilities and adaptability, with demonstrated capacity to operate independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to articulate complex accounting concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with OneStream financial consolidation software and/or Workiva reporting platform for SEC filing preparation and collaboration. Background in Big Four public accounting or public company reporting departments with exposure to SEC comment letter responses. Familiarity with XBRL tagging requirements and taxonomy for financial statement disclosures. Self-motivated learner with demonstrated eagerness to stay current on evolving accounting standards, SEC rules, and industry best practices. Track record of challenging the status quo and championing process improvements in reporting functions. Experience reviewing earnings scripts, investor presentations, and external communications for accounting accuracy and consistency. Comfort working across time zones and cultural contexts within a global organization. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Estimated compensation for this position: 95,000.00 - 115,000.00 USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Location: On-site -Chicago, IL If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. 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