Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Portfolio Accountant, LaSalle Debt Investors

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated • $90K — $100K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Finance & Insurance
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution with 1-3 years of relevant experience
  • CPA designation preferred; commitment to CPA certification is required for career progression
  • Strong technical knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with knowledge of AI tools
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Manage accounting close activities for debt fund portfolios using Fair Value GAAP
  • Prepare SEC filing consolidation files, ensuring compliance and accuracy
  • Post journal entries and coordinate quarterly and annual tax reporting
  • Coordinate cash management functions including investor transactions and fee processing
  • Lead AI-driven process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting operations
  • Analyze investment performance returns and conduct quarterly financial analysis
  • Identify operational challenges and collaborate on solutions for improved reporting

Benefits

  • Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
  • Generous paid time-off including company holidays and parental leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match and flexible spending accounts
  • Support for health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Portfolio Accountant - LaSalle Investment Management

Location: Chicago, 4 days a week in-office

What this job involves:

Join LaSalle Debt Investors (LDI), a specialized platform within LaSalle Investment Management, as a Portfolio Accountant supporting our debt fund operations. In this strategic role, you'll work directly with the Portfolio Controller to manage essential accounting and reporting processes for debt portfolios utilizing Fair Value GAAP accounting standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to debt fund accounting while contributing to critical SEC reporting requirements and investor communications. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, helping to transform traditional accounting workflows through AI-driven automation and process enhancement initiatives. If you're an analytically-minded accounting professional with CPA aspirations who thrives in a fast-paced investment environment and wants to shape the future of financial reporting through technology, this role offers exceptional growth potential within a global investment management platform.

What your day-to-day will look like:
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close activities for debt fund portfolios utilizing Fair Value GAAP, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting deliverables.
  • Prepare consolidation files for SEC filings including 10-Q and 10-K reports, working closely with the Portfolio Controller to ensure regulatory compliance and reporting accuracy.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, review NAV packs from the accounting administrator, and coordinate quarterly and annual reporting alongside tax requirement preparation.
  • Coordinate with the cash management team to execute investor subscriptions and distributions, invoice payments, quarterly fee processing, and other critical cash transactions.
  • Lead AI-driven process improvement initiatives to automate recurring accounting tasks, enhance efficiency in financial statement preparation, and eliminate manual processes across the reporting cycle.
  • Calculate, analyze, and report investment performance returns while conducting quarterly financial analysis and reviewing investment accounting information for accuracy.
  • Proactively identify operational challenges, develop creative solutions, and collaborate with off-site managers and clients to continuously improve financial reporting effectiveness and client service delivery.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited institution with 1-3 years of professional accounting experience in public accounting, fund accounting, or financial services.
  • CPA designation strongly preferred; candidates must be committed to achieving CPA certification as a requirement for future career progression within LaSalle Investment Management.
  • Strong technical knowledge of GAAP accounting principles with ability to prepare complex journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement components.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas) and working knowledge of AI tools with demonstrated interest in applying technology to accounting workflows.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Fair Value accounting, debt fund structures, or exposure to SEC reporting requirements (10-Q, 10-K filings) in an investment management or financial services context.
  • Familiarity with NAV calculations, performance return methodologies, or investment-level accounting in alternative investment funds.
  • Prior experience with financial consolidation processes, fund administration platforms, or accounting systems used in institutional investment management.
  • Demonstrated track record of process improvement initiatives, particularly involving automation, workflow optimization, or technology implementation.
  • Natural curiosity about emerging AI technologies with willingness to evaluate, pilot, and champion new tools as part of the team's continuous improvement agenda.
  • Proven ability to manage competing deadlines in a dynamic environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to explain technical accounting matters clearly to non-financial stakeholders and collaborate effectively across teams.


What LaSalle Investment Management Offers:

A comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and work-life balance, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision, mental health support and additional ancillary insurance plans), generous paid time-off including paid company holidays, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, and additional care/wellness programs. Financial wellness is supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match, flexible spending accounts, and health savings account options. All benefits subject to hired employees meeting requirements for eligibility.

US Jobs Only: This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

90,000.00 - 100,000.00 USD per year

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

Opening Type:

New Role

About Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm that specializes in commercial real estate services and investment management. Its services include: tenant representation for organizations that lease office, industrial and retail spaces; consulting, which supports companies to develop workplace strategies such as occupancy planning, relocations, and energy and environmental sustainability initiatives; project and development services to manage ground-up creation, building construction, and major interior renovations; capital markets and real estate investment banking, which helps organizations buy and sell properties, and improve the financial impact of their real estate; facilities management for a variety of properties including office towers, retail and exhibition centers, and government, collegiate and industrial complexes; property management services, that provide on-site administration to help owners of office, industrial, retail and specialty properties reduce costs and enhance their property values; and valuations that provide impartial assessments of real estate worth through more than 200 corporate offices in 70 countries. Jones Lang LaSalle was formed by the merger of Jones Lang Wootton, a British firm with origins dating back to 1783, and LaSalle Partners, an American company formed from a predecessor launched in 1968. Jones Lang Wootton opened its first US office in New York in 1975. In 1997, the initial public offering was completed by LaSalle Partners for the company's common stock in the market.

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Careers

Join the dynamic team at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a global leader in real estate services, where your career journey is just as important as the professional milestones you aim to achieve. At JLL, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and leadership in an industry that shapes the world around us.

Work You’ll Do

At JLL, you will be part of a culture that prizes diversity, teamwork, and forward-thinking. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, JLL offers a variety of roles that cater to your professional skills and personal development goals. Our team is composed of the brightest minds in real estate, providing you with unparalleled mentorship and networking opportunities that foster career advancement.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine the real estate landscape, leveraging JLL’s global scale and deep industry expertise. Our commitment to innovation is evident in every strategy we implement and every building we manage. By joining our team, you will collaborate with professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and push the boundaries of what is possible in real estate.

Professional Growth and Development

JLL is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for success. Our benefits extend beyond the basics, encompassing health, wellness, and financial planning to support you and your family at all stages of life.

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JLL is continuously expanding, and we are hiring across multiple disciplines. Explore positions that match your skills and interests in areas such as property management, sustainability, financial analysis, and more. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make an impact.

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Kickstart your career with a JLL internship. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable industry connections. Our internships provide a deep dive into the real estate sector, allowing you to apply academic learning to real-world challenges.

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Ready to advance your career at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated? Search open positions, read about our employment benefits, and prepare your resume. The interview process at JLL not only assesses your fit for the company but also ensures our culture aligns with your career aspirations.

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Networking and Industry Leadership

At JLL, networking doesn’t end with your hire date. Continue to connect with leaders and peers through our various professional networks and community engagement initiatives. Lead the way in industry discussions, participate in global conferences, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive the future of real estate. At Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of real estate, one innovation at a time.
Learn more about Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Size
98,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$402.5 million
Founded
1783
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
NASDAQ
JLL
* Ladders Estimates

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