Chicago, Illinois
Accounting Associate Job Opening in Chicago, Illinois - Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) is one of the world's leading commercial real estate advisory firms. We provide a fully integrated platform of services to prominent multinational corporations and institutional investors across the globe, as well as to occupiers, owners and developers of real estate on a local, regional and national level.
Together with London-based partner Knight Frank and independently-owned offices, NGKF's 14,100 professionals operate from more than 400 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents.
Job Description:
Under general supervision, provides support to various areas in the accounting department.
Essential Job Duties:
Administers established corporate accounts receivable policies and procedures.
Responsible for preparation of invoices and assist with payroll invoices distribution as needed.
Responsible for depositing corporate checks and processing cash receipts.
Reconcile A/R items by researching and identifying errors in posting and prepare adjustments to accounts as needed.
Follow up with internal and external customer on any outstanding A/R items and resolve discrepancies as needed
Interact with various NGKF departments in regards to accounting issues and other situations as needed.
Maintain accurate and orderly accounting files.
Assist accounting personnel on various projects as needed.
Perform general administrative functions when needed, including answering phones, typing correspondence, copying, etc.
Ensure compliance with generally accepted and company established accounting policies and procedures
May perform other duties as assigned
Skills, Education and Experience:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
Minimum of 2 years related work experience
Must be familiar with PC applications such as MS-Excel ad MS-Word
Experience with computerized accounting systems a plus
Must be detailed oriented, have strong phone and communication skills, and be able to take initiative and meet deadlines
Working Conditions: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark Knight Frank is an Equal Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location:
Chicago, IL
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