Accounting Assistant

Description

Inland Companies and Colliers | Wisconsin are seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive professional to join our Real Estate Management Accounting team as a full-time Property Accounting Assistant at our downtown Milwaukee corporate headquarters.

In this role, you will work closely with our Real Estate Management and Accounting teams to support day-to-day accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of real estate clients. You will play a meaningful role in keeping daily operations running smoothly while building strong, trusted relationships with internal partners.

We are committed to investing in your professional development. Our goal is to train and prepare the individual in this role for promotion to an Associate Property Accountant within 1–2 years, offering clear opportunities for long-term growth within our organization.

Key responsibilities

• Support and help drive accounts receivable and accounts payable processes
• Prepare and distribute portfolio rent statements to tenants
• Maintain rent rolls and general ledger activity
• Perform cash management functions and bank reconciliations
• Assist with property onboardings, offboardings, and portfolio transitions, helping ensure the integrity and accuracy of our accounting and property management systems
• Partner with Real Estate Management and Accounting teams to deliver accurate, client-focused financial services
• Complete ad hoc projects and provide general support to the broader Real Estate Management and Accounting teams as needed

Requirements

What we’re looking for

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• A collaborative mindset and comfort working cross-functionally
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and learning
• Interest in building a long-term career in real estate accounting

Why join Inland Companies and Colliers | Wisconsin

We are a family of companies that values people, growth, and doing the right thing. Our core values guide how we work with our clients and with each other every day:

• Warrior Spirit: We take ownership, stay resilient, and rise to challenges with determination
• Empathy: We treat others with respect, listen first, and value different perspectives
• Better Together: We believe collaboration and teamwork lead to better outcomes for everyone

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including:

• Competitive paid time off that increases with tenure, plus paid holidays and a floating holiday
• Summer hours, with early office closure on Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day
• Flexible time around the winter holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, including HSA-eligible plans
• Company-provided life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary supplemental coverage options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match through Vanguard
• Paid parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers after one year of employment 
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related coursework after one year of employment
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, parking, and transit
• Monthly parking stipend for working downtown
• Onsite fitness center membership at our corporate office

If you’re looking to grow your career in real estate accounting with an organization that values development, teamwork, and long-term success, we would love to hear from you!