Your Opportunity

The Scion Group is seeking an experienced and strategic Manager of Procurement and Purchasing Compliance to assist with the development of purchasing compliance standards across Scion’s portfolio of resident communities. This individual will participate in the development, implementation, and enforcement of Procurement compliance programs to ensure alignment with Scion’s policies, contractual obligations, and applicable legal and ethical standards. As Procurement activities increasingly impact cost control, risk exposure, service quality and consistency, this role will be vital to maintaining the integrity and performance of the Strategic Sourcing and Procurement function.

This is a highly cross-functional role that works closely with Scion’s Procurement, Operations, Capital, and Legal teams, as well as directly with suppliers to operationalize compliance frameworks, standardize purchasing behavior, and track results through advanced analytics tools in the Coupa P2P platform. Scion communities procure products and services spanning construction, renovations, property operations, and other recurring services. The role is critical to promoting supplier and product consistency, adoption of policy, operational efficiency, safeguarding company assets, and minimizing organizational risk. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental and deep knowledge of procurement strategies, risk assessment, compliance standards, documentation and policy management.

Your Responsibilities

PURCHASE COMPLIANCE

• Refine and maintain corporate procurement and purchasing compliance policies and frameworks.
• Develop and implement internal controls that govern PO issuance, contract approval workflows, and vendor engagement.
• Build and manage compliance dashboards using Coupa Advanced Analytics.
• Monitor managed vs. unmanaged spend to ensure policy adherence and highlight areas for improvement.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for procurement compliance across business units.
• Collaborate with community managers to monitor compliance performance and provide coaching or corrective action when necessary.

VENDOR COMPLIANCE

• Develop category-specific SLA’s and KPI’s to drive consistency, quality and value from Scion’s product and service providers.
• Standardize new and existing vendor evaluation procedures, ensuring consistency with the “Scion Standard.”
• Oversee recurring contract calendar management and ensure timely renewals and supplier contract terminations as necessary.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, purchasing compliance, or strategic sourcing.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with MS Excel or equivalent
• Deep understanding of procurement compliance best practices, KPI tracking, and risk management strategies.
• Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives and compliance rollouts across large or multi-site organizations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. The Corporate Accounting team plays an integral part in this journey by providing financial reporting, which influences organizational and business decisions.

The Corporate Accountant will apply their dedication for accuracy to review preparation, verification, and presentation of financial data for our corporate entities. This position is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our corporate entities including preparing journal entries, generating timely financial reports, and working with internal and external stakeholders. The Corporate Accountant is accountable for delivering high-impact analytics, while identifying opportunities to improve processes.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL.

Your Responsibilities 

• Record journal entries for cash receipts and other cash activity.
• Apply cash receipts to open receivables and maintain the reconciliations for accounts receivable GL accounts.
• Record revenue for property management fees and asset management fees.
• Maintain the prepaid expenses reconciliation and record monthly amortization journal entries.
• Prepare files to load fixed assets to fixed asset software and record journal entries for depreciation.
• Ensure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on old outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly. Reconcile components of ending cash balances monthly.
• Reconcile cash transfer account at least weekly and follow up on uncleared items.
• Maintain loan schedules as needed.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and workpapers, following up on aged, uncleared transactions.
• Accounting for payroll and employee benefits costs.
• Prepare variance analysis for corporate departments to ensure we understand what’s driving variances from budget or forecast.
• Assist with annual audit by providing account reconciliations and journal entry support to auditors.
• Assist with the annual budget and forecast processes.
• Ensures costs are allocated and billed to properties in accordance with management agreements and property budgets.
• Works with Treasury Analyst to monitor cash balances for Scion Group and properties managed, process cash transactions and other treasury responsibilities as needed.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive.

Technologies We Utilize

• Entrata
• Vena (reporting and budgeting)
• Concur Expense

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2-3 years of professional work experience in corporate accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Accounting internship experience preferred.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Approaches cross-departmental relationships with a customer service mentality and works well with associates of all levels.
• Advanced experience in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Works well independently and as a member of various teams.
• Manages multiple projects and meets goals and deadlines timely and consistently.
• Requires minimal guidance to accomplish general tasks.
• Versatile, flexible, and thrives in an environment where there are changing priorities.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Pursuing CPA is a plus.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion headquarters in Chicago, IL
• Working hours are general daytime business hours

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off + Floating Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities
• Pet Insurance

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a talented Senior Fund Accountant to join us in executing our vision. This position will focus on the preparation, verification, and presentation of financial data for our joint ventures. This position is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our joint venture entities including preparing or reviewing journal entries and reconciliations and generating timely financial reports.                  

The Senior Fund Accountant is a strategic leader who excels in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands principled thinking, well-honed project management skills, a stubborn refusal to settle, and an appreciation for bold innovation. 

This role is based out of our Central Office in downtown Chicago, IL and requires five days in-office. 

Your Benefits

• FLSA Status Exempt
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Your Responsibilities 

This Senior Fund Accountant is accountable for all aspects of accounting efforts for our joint venture entities including preparing journal entries and reconciliations and generating timely financial reports. Responsibilities include:

• Prepare quarterly consolidated financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare annual financial statements and footnotes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete conversion of accounting and financial statements from US GAAP to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for external stakeholders reporting in accordance with IFRS.
• Complete accounting for business transactions of the Real Estate Investment Trusts, holding companies in the joint venture structures, and the joint venture company (e.g., contributions, distributions, operating expenses).
• Complete consolidations process for joint ventures.
• Account for Scion’s investments in joint ventures.
• Prepares balance sheet reconciliations and reviews bank reconciliations prepared by the Bookkeeper.
• Prepare reconciliations of intercompany balances within joint venture structure.
• Proactively monitor and achieve internal and external deadlines.
• Effectively work with Property Accountants to resolve any property entity questions and any property entity information needed to complete tasks.
• Respond to inquiries from external auditors of joint venture companies.
• Continuously improve processes to address inefficiencies or ineffectiveness.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3-5 years of professional accounting experience
• Obtained or pursuing CPA preferred.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion headquarters in Chicago, IL
• Working hours are general daytime business hours

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

Scion is paving a path in student living and we’re seeking a motivated Treasury Analyst to join us in supporting the daily cash and banking operations of our organization. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in treasury within a U.S.-based real estate platform.

The Treasury Analyst supports the execution and monitoring of cash activity across a highly decentralized bank account structure, working closely with the VP; Finance, Accounting & Treasury and cross-functional finance teams. This role is operational and analytical in nature and does not include capital markets, investment management, or foreign currency responsibilities.

Your Responsibilities

The Treasury Analyst supports daily treasury operations and cash management activities. Responsibilities include:

• Daily monitoring of cash balances across a large number of U.S. bank accounts
• Prepare daily and weekly cash position reports using established templates
• Support short-term cash forecasting through data gathering and basic variance analysis
• Identify and flag unusual or unexpected cash activity for review
• Assist with bank account openings, closures, and ongoing maintenance
• Maintain accurate bank account inventories, documentation, and signatory records
• Support user access administration and periodic entitlement reviews
• Prepare standard cash and banking reports for treasury and finance leadership
• Support Accounting teams with bank reconciliations and research reconciling items
• Assist in resolving bank errors, posting issues, and cash discrepancies
• Perform routine activities within online banking platforms and treasury system (after implementation)
• Support testing of system changes, banking updates, and process enhancements
• Follow established treasury controls and procedures
• Assist with audit documentation and evidence gathering
• Participate in treasury-related projects and process improvement initiatives
• Understand real estate joint venture structures and process to fund cash shortfalls
• Assist with treasury system implementation

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in finance, accounting, treasury, banking, or a related role
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills
• Ability to follow processes, meet deadlines, and manage routine tasks accurately

Operational Details

Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.