Finance Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. What this job involves: Assist in the overall structure and control of P&L - revenue and expense management and tracking, value-added reporting and analysis. Perform variance analysis and provide insight on monthly and quarterly results and margins against plan, forecast, and prior year results. Provide accurate and relevant commentary in reporting/analysis, which fosters business insight and empowers in addressing key issues and opportunities. Develop and deliver regular financial reporting and presentation materials which are shared with Senior Leadership Become a trusted partner and advisor to Business leaders, bridge gaps between Finance and the Business as well as other Functions. Manage the performance and day-to-day workload of assigned staff. Gain comprehensive understanding of client and corporate financial requirements, translate those requirements to operational and finance teams, and maintain processes to ensure established requirements are met. Create and present consolidated monthly reporting package inclusive of variance analysis, supporting schedules, and forward-looking commentary inclusive of risks and opportunities to contractual budget. Oversee cash management procedures to ensure accounts receivable/payable objectives and contractual vendor repayment requirements are achieved. Provide leadership on financial activities to a variety of non-financial audiences and operational teams, including clients, property managers, and engineers. Develop, maintain, and implement processes and financial controls within the framework of GAAP, JLL policies (Best Practices), and client policies. Act as advisor and strategic partner for all financial, operational, and client matters. Become subject matter expert on client's contractual requirements (Master Services Agreement) to ensure appropriate interpretation, revenue recognition, and timely and accurate billing. Identify, quantify, propose, and implement ongoing process improvement opportunities. Manage and mentor staff and help guide development (including preparation of goals and recurring performance reviews). Maintain and develop complex financial models for business support and strategic decision making. Assist leadership in strategic support of the business model and value proposition. Continuously drive improvements to existing processes and procedures Participate in the development and distribution of best practices, process documentation and user support materials. Additional projects and requests as needed. Sound like you? Before you apply it's worth knowing what we are looking for: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or MBA a plus. Minimum of 3-6 years relevant work experience with 3-5 years supervisory experience. Strong accounting acumen with prior experience supporting multiple clients Audit and internal controls background a plus. Advanced technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, E1 and PeopleSoft Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to balance competing and changing priorities. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven presentation skills. Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and strong work ethic. Understanding of and commitment to client services. A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment. Location: On-site -Chicago, IL If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include: 401(k) plan with matching company contributions Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care Paid parental leave at 100% of salary Paid Time Off and Company Holidays JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL's recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement. For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. 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Created: 2024-10-19