Finance Manager

Jones Lang Lasalle Property Consultants India Pvt Ltd; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants India Pvt Ltd in Chennai is seeking a Finance Manager to provide dedicated financial oversight for client engagements and support governance, compliance, and strategic reporting. The role focuses on cost management and delivering high-quality financial insights to clients.

The candidate will lead budgeting, variance analysis, invoicing, and month-end processes while coordinating with procurement and client teams to optimize financial performance.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or client financial management
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience in service industry environments, preferably facilities management or real estate

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive spend tracking and analysis across all client accounts and service lines
• Maintain client financial governance frameworks and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Oversee budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis for client operations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes specific to client engagements
• Day-to-Day Financial Operations—Track and monitor invoicing processes to ensure timely and accurate billing to clients
• Oversee payment processing and cash application for client accounts
• Manage month-end accruals and deferrals to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Conduct daily reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable balances
• Monitor invoice approvals and resolve payment discrepancies with vendors and clients
• Ensure proper coding and allocation of expenses across different client cost centers
• Develop and deliver high-quality financial reports and dashboards for client stakeholders
• Provide variance analysis comparing actuals vs. budgets vs. forecasts
• Create executive-level presentations highlighting spending trends, cost-saving opportunities, and performance metrics
• Support quarterly business reviews and strategic planning discussions with clients
• Ensure adherence to client-specific financial policies and procedures
• Implement and monitor internal controls for financial processes and reporting
• Conduct regular reconciliations of client accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Support audit processes and compliance reviews as required
• Serve as primary financial liaison between JLL operations teams and client finance departments
• Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with client stakeholders
• Manage client escalations related to financial matters and provide appropriate solutions
• Coordinate with procurement teams on vendor management and contract optimization

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Finance Manager JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL 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. Find your next move at JLL and build a fulfilling career At JLL, we value what makes you unique, and we’re committed to give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success. Explore opportunities to advance your career from within, whether you’re looking to move up, broaden your experience or deepen your expertise. Have a Referral for this role? Log into Refer2JLL to submit them for the opportunity.

Position - Finance Manager

Location - Chennai

Background We are seeking a Finance Manager to support our client operations in Chennai. This role focuses on providing dedicated financial oversight and analytical support for client engagements, where JLL delivers both direct resources and agency services. The position requires strong client relationship management skills and expertise in financial governance, compliance, and strategic reporting to ensure optimal service delivery and cost management for our clients.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Client Financial Management Lead comprehensive spend tracking and analysis across all client accounts and service lines
• Maintain client financial governance frameworks and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
• Oversee budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis for client operations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes specific to client engagements
• Day-to-Day Financial Operations Track and monitor invoicing processes to ensure timely and accurate billing to clients
• Oversee payment processing and cash application for client accounts
• Manage month-end accruals and deferrals to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Conduct daily reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable balances
• Monitor invoice approvals and resolve payment discrepancies with vendors and clients
• Ensure proper coding and allocation of expenses across different client cost centers

Analytics and Reporting

• Develop and deliver high-quality financial reports and dashboards for client stakeholders
• Provide insightful variance analysis comparing actuals vs. budgets vs. forecasts
• Create executive-level presentations highlighting spending trends, cost-saving opportunities, and performance metrics
• Support quarterly business reviews and strategic planning discussions with clients

Compliance and Controls

• Ensure adherence to client-specific financial policies and procedures
• Implement and monitor internal controls for financial processes and reporting
• Conduct regular reconciliations of client accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Support audit processes and compliance reviews as required

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary financial liaison between JLL operations teams and client finance departments
• Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with client stakeholders
• Manage client escalations related to financial matters and provide appropriate solutions
• Coordinate with procurement teams on vendor management and contract optimization

Experience & Education

8-10 years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or client financial management

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Experience in service industry environments, preferably facilities management or real estate

Key Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for financial modeling and presentations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for varied audiences
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

What We Offer

At JLL, we empower your career growth through our comprehensive Total Rewards Program, competitive compensation, and benefits package. Join our team and contribute to delivering exceptional client outcomes while advancing your professional development in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Client: Job Profile: Accounting-P2

Location: On-site –Chennai, TN

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 48

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