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Corporate Accountant

AT Equity Lifestyle Properties
Equity Lifestyle Properties

Corporate Accountant

Chicago, IL

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Corporate Accountant in Chicago, Illinois.

What you'll do:

The Corporate Accountant assists with the preparation of monthly financial and departmental analysis reports, budgets and forecasts, generation of cost reports, and balance sheet reconciliations. This position advises and supports the corporate and financial reporting departments and drives the implementation of process and reporting efficiencies.

Your job will include:

  • Conduct the daily and monthly accounting activities of the monthly financial and departmental analysis, departmental budgets and forecasts; generate cost reports; and reconcile balance sheets; post journal entries and cost allocations; perform account reconciliations; and prepare actual/budget variance analyses.
  • Partner with corporate department management to review monthly financials, including actual/budget variances and accruals.
  • Partner with the financial planning and corporate departments to prepare budgets and forecasts.
  • Support the financial consolidation and reporting and the internal and external audit processes of the com
  • Identify, evaluate and support the implementation of opportunities to improve process and reporting activities.
  • Create and perform ad hoc queries and analytics as needed.

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Experience & skills you need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or a combination of education and equivalent experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
  • Three or more years of accounting experience.
  • Excellent communications, analytical, organizational and technology skills.
  • Ability to identify, analyze and solve accounting issues as needed.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of CA, CO, IL, MD, MN, NY, and WA is:

Annual Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: ELP-R252150
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led