Senior Analyst, Planning and Financial Analysis / Analyste principal(e), Planification et Analy[...]

JLL; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in commercial real estate is seeking a Senior Analyst in Montreal. This role involves financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting, contributing to strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a professional accounting designation and strong analytical skills. Join a supportive environment focused on growth and well-being, with access to cutting-edge technology and a competitive benefits plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan

Supportive and diverse work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in English required; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare analysis and reporting of financial performance.
• Manage the budget process and ensure data integrity.
• Develop tools for analyzing and projecting financial results.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Professional Accounting Designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Yardi Voyager

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 find a place where they belong. Whether you have 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.

As a Senior Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing analysis and reporting the financial performance of the client. You will serve as a key contributor to the coordination, analysis, reporting, and presentation of the forecast and budget for senior management, as well as drive the development and enhancement of reporting tools and processes to efficiently provide various value-added analyses for management and clients.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

1. Gather and compile operational and financial information on a monthly and quarterly basis and prepare various consolidated reports and variance analyses for stakeholders (vs. budget, forecasts, prior year).
2. Contribute to quarterly presentations for JLL senior management and clients.
3. Assist the Director in managing the budget process, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of forecasts and budgets.
4. Coordinate analysis and consolidation of revenue and expense forecasting and budgeting; address gaps and recommend interventions to increase cost-effectiveness (e.g., monitor operational expenses).
5. Develop tools for analyzing and projecting financial results, analyze information, and draft control reports to verify data quality.
6. Manage and participate in implementing new systems, processes, and reports to simplify workflows and increase organizational agility, with a focus on value creation.
7. Act as an advisor and collaborator on technological projects across departments.
8. Support special projects and ad-hoc analyses as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Recognized professional accounting designation or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications (PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI/Query).
• Knowledge of Yardi Voyager and Advanced Forecasting and Budgeting is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and synthesize data.
• Strategic, innovative mindset willing to challenge the status quo and recommend improvements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• High energy with a positive attitude.
• Proficiency in English required; French is an asset.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Join an industry leader and help shape the future of commercial real estate.
• Access to cutting-edge technology to power your work.
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan.
• A supportive, caring, and diverse work environment focused on your growth and well-being.

LOCATIONS

• On-site – Montreal, QC, 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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