Accounting Co-Op - Fall 2025

Company: Design Build Co-Op
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Formerly known as Al. Neyer, Merus combines more than 130 years of commercial real estate expertise with an integrated team of company owners. We specialize in the construction, development, ownership, and management of a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across a growing footprint in the eastern U.S.We're all owners here. This not only sets us apart but deeply influences our culture and operations. Every team member demonstrates a deeper sense of ownership and accountability-in both their daily tasks and the collective success of the organization. Learn more about our culture at www.merus1894.com.Summary of ResponsibilitiesAs a co-op at Merus, you'll apply what you've learned in the classroom through your teachings and coursework directly in a work environment. By the end of the semester, with the hands-on experience you've acquired, you'll be able to take those new learnings and harness them back into the classroom. Co-ops work directly alongside the business units to help deliver and execute work results that our organization, clients, investors, and fellow colleagues can be proud of.

• Deposit receipts and record transactions
• Research outstanding checks with vendors
• Research past due statements, verify payment or request invoices from vendors
• Reconcile high volume bank account activity daily and prepare monthly bank reconciliations for assigned entities
• Additional accounting related projectsPosition Requirements
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited College or University
  • Experience in Microsoft Excel and WordWhat traits are we looking for in our co-ops? Students who are:
    • Eager to apply knowledge and teachings learned in the classroom and employ it to a working environment
    • Able to maintain ownership of various tasks and responsibilities
    • Enthusiastic to dig into the details
    • Capable of cultivating positive working relationships through trust and integrity
    • Able to uphold and provide superior service to both teammates and customers
    • Resilient work ethic, but with an ability to stop and celebrate the wins
    • Effective communicators and listeners
    • Capable of prioritizing tasks and responsibilities to successfully deliver results in a timely manner
    • Able to operate and flourish in a fast-paced environmentSafety Hazard of the JobNormal safety hazards associated with office work, and with occasional observational visits to construction sites.Physical DemandsThe moderate physical effort required to sit, bend, stoop, lift, walk, and climb. Maximum unassisted lift is 70 lbs. Average lift is less than 10 lbs. Requires ability to use a keyboard and monitor. Also requires the ability to communicate verbally, both in person and on the telephone. May require some travel by car/truck.Moderate to extreme outdoor conditions. Above average noise levels. Protective equipment is required. Average inside office environment. Average office noise levels.No personal protective equipment is required. Ambient temperature is between 68F and 76F.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description is not a contract or offer for employment, and either you or Merus may terminate employment at any time for any reason.
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