Manager, Client Finance

JLL; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations within their innovative team. This role involves managing a talented group of accountants while ensuring accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis. Join a forward-thinking company that values your growth and well-being, offering a supportive environment and competitive benefits. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and possess strong analytical and leadership skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Supportive work environment

Investment in technology

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in a business environment.
• Strong supervisory and team-leading experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and train a team of Senior Property Accountants.
• Ensure integrity of accounting records for assigned properties.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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.

JLL is seeking a Manager, Client Finance Team to join our Accounting team. As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of our organization. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing the accounting team, and providing valuable financial insights to support decision-making.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Manage, supervise and train a team of Senior Property Accountants and Property Accountants.

• Maintain and ensure the integrity of accounting records for assigned properties

• Play an active role in the budgeting, forecasting, monthly and quarterly variance analysis and year-end processes

• Coordinate and review the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including property working papers, financial and CAM statements, accounting reports for partners, audit files, etc

• Convey Client-Finance team objectives to staff and set objectives for each staff member for the upcoming year

• Perform semi-annual and annual performance reviews for employees under his or her supervision

• Liaise with other departments and respond to their queries

• Manage the allocation and analysis of fees charged to partners

• Review monthly cash transfers for co-owned properties

• Review monthly/quarterly reporting packages for co-owned properties

• Assist with various other ad-hoc tasks as required, including asset acquisitions and dispositions

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA)

• Minimum five years of experience in a business environment

• Pertinent experience in a similar position, especially in the real estate industry, an asset

• Strong supervisory and team-leading experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to gather, interpret and synthesize complex information

• Team spirit, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Solid time management and prioritization skills

• Self-motivated, autonomous, proactive and detail-oriented

• Ability and desire to work under pressure within a changing work environment, while simultaneously managing multiple files and requests

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software, particularly of Excel

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Join an industry leader and shape the future of commercial real estate

• Deep investment in cutting-edge technology to power your work

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan

• A supportive, caring and diverse work environment designed for your growth and well-being

Location:

On-site –Calgary, AB, Toronto, ON

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!

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