Corporate Sector - Global Real Estate Controllers - Accounting Associate

Job Description
JPMorgan Chase's Corporate Controllers is a global organization of approximately 1,500 colleagues, operating through a partnership among Corporate Accounting Policies, Corporate Regulatory Policy & Reporting, Corporate Financial Reporting, Corporate Sector Controllers, Global Finance Operations (GFO), Global Finance India, and Finance Platform Strategy & Controls. Working together, our strengths and resources enable us to ensure the integrity of the JPMorgan Chase consolidated books and records and the results of individual legal entities within the Firm. The controllership function is focused on ensuring and improving the organization's credibility through accounting, financial controls, systems and reporting.
Corporate Sector Controllers is responsible for financial and operational accounting activities, internal controls, and financial reporting for the Corporate Line of Businesses (LOBs), as well as centrally managed Firm-wide accounting activities. The Global Real Estate Accounting team is comprised of accounting professionals across the globe who have direct responsibility for a firm-wide real estate portfolio in more than 60 countries across 5,700+ owned and leased properties, covering approximately 71 million square feet.
As an Accounting Associate within Corporate Controllers, you will take on a critical role managing Global Real Estate's balance sheet reconciliation/substantiation, reporting controls, and month-end close processes.
Job responsibilities:

• Participate in month-end close activities, including developing or reviewing accrual estimates and preparing journal entries for the general ledger
• Preform monthly balance sheet account reconciliation and certification across a range of Real Estate related accounts (leases, construction projects, facilities management, fixed asset management)
• Review, analyze, interpret, and summarize complex legal documents (examples include Leases, Amendments, Assignments, Termination Agreements, Contracts, Purchase & Sale Agreements, etc.)
• Investigate monthly balance sheet, income statement and general ledger account variances and provide written explanations
• Analyze fixed assets to ensure treatment is appropriate and in accordance with GAAP and Firm policies
• Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis across Global Real Estate as needed
• Assist Global Real Estate Finance team in creating annual budgets and updating mid-year forecasts.
• Identify exceptions to standards, determining underlying causes and escalating to the supervisor and/or partners as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain relationships and effective communication with the management team and finance and operations groups in Global Real Estate as well as Line of Business contacts

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or equivalent required
• 3 years of experience in accounting, finance or audit with demonstrated career progression
• Strong analytical and financial skills with a track record of execution against deliverables
• Strong attention to detail and a structured mindset with process/continuous improvement and innovative thinking
• Self-starter with initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently as well as contribute to the broader team
• Ability to multi-task, adapt to change, work collaboratively, and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Adaptability to increased work schedule demands on occasion/during accounting close to meet deadlines

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• CPA preferred
• Public accounting experience and/or large corporate experience strongly preferred
• Experience preferred with automated financial systems (SAP) and worksheet modeling tools (Excel)

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
Global Finance & Business Management works to strategically manage capital, drive growth and efficiencies, maintain financial reporting and proactively manage risk. By providing information, analysis and recommendations to improve results and drive decisions, teams ensure the company can navigate all types of market conditions while protecting our fortress balance sheet.