*This is an on-site position in Rockford, IL*FMG is seeking a Staff Accountant that will work closely with the CFO and Executive Team to build out an internal audit function, execute excellent financial reporting, and prepare and present financial analysis.First Midwest Group (FMG) is a regional leader in commercial real estate, land development, and operating businesses. FMG has a dynamic and growing passive investment portfolio with investments in VC, PE, Real Estate, and Public Equities, covering five continents. First Midwest Group has developed thousands of acres of land into new business opportunities, jobs, and centers of the communities we serve. FMG distinguishes itself through its entrepreneurial environment, intellectual curiosity, financial discipline, and opportunistic investment approach.The ideal candidate is curious about numbers, data, and business; an entrepreneurial mindset is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about a diverse range of businesses and be part of the core accounting team for a growing enterprise.The role will get to work on all business lines of FMG, including:Commercial Real EstateMulti-FamilyOperating Businesses, including: Cannabis, Gaming, Hospitality, Self-Storage, and Senior HousingESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.Assist CFO and Controller with Maintaining Excellent Accounting Processes including:Producing error-free accounting reports and presenting their resultsPreparing financial statements and producing budgets according to scheduleSupporting month-end and year-end close processAssisting with tax audits, tax returns, and year-end workpaper preparationAnalyzing financial information and summarizing financial statusSpotting errors and suggesting ways to improve efficiency and spendingInvestigating Budget Variances and Reporting FindingsCreating and Implementing Internal Audit ProcessesDetermining ways to cut costs and improve profitabilityConducting ad hoc research into identified areas of concern or riskAssisting with Valuation of AssetsManaging accounting assistants and bookkeepersDirecting internal audits to ensure compliance with First Midwest Group standards and processesDeveloping and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controlsImproving financial proceduresSupporting Leasing and Development with Financial Analysis, including Net Rent AnalysisUpdating, Maintaining, and Reporting on KPIs for FMG Commercial RE PortfolioPresenting findings to upper management in the form of reports and presentationsConstruction Project Close-OutsProject(s) Profitability AnalysisJob Type: Full-timePay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year