Accounting Associate

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Position Summary

JLL is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our client's PDS Finance team in Brooklyn, NY. The successful candidate will be required to perform all aspects of the Accounting and Finance Support functions that will include some Accounts Payable duties, reporting, monitoring and reconciliation, among others.

This will be a great opportunity for a dynamic individual who is a self-starter, with excellent

communication skills and who is willing to contribute to the success of the team's achievement of goals. This will also be an exciting opportunity for anyone who is interested in a career in accounting and finance and to join an organization that has strong potential for growth opportunities.

Essential Tasks:

• Comply with all requirements of the Client's contract requirements and support the account team to meet goals and performance indicators
• Delivers an exceptional quality of service, as reflected by client and internal feedback
• Maintain internal control processes and standards and ensure the compliance of the team
• Function as an ambassador for JLL by behaving consistently with cultural and ethical requirements and participating in company activities
• Performs essential functions in our compliance to meet SOX audit requirements
• Understand and comply with JLL's policies, procedures and ethics requirements.

Daily Tasks:

• Submits invoices in client's system in a timely and accurate manner
• Responsible for daily tracking and monitoring of vendors' invoices received from a centralized mailbox system
• Resolves timely any invoice related issues that may prevent an invoice from getting processed for payment
• Gathers and compiles required documents for SOX and other audit purposes, ensures that approval requirements are met on each of the transactions.
• Tracks/monitors timely approval of invoices submitted in the client's system
• Gathers documents and data to complete monthly FM Cost Capital Report
• Responds timely to inquiries from vendors, account team members, etc.
• Reconciles vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies.
• Actively supports an environment of teamwork, co-operation, performance excellence and personal success.
• Special projects and other functions as required by the manager or client.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience

• 2 years of Accounting, Finance or Accounts Payable experience in a business/office environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Flexible, be able to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Excel and Word

Other Preferred Experiences/Skills:

• Experience in Construction/Real Estate industry/business is a plus.
• E1/OVF and/or PM Web experiences also a plus

Estimated total compensation for this position:

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

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. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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