Finance Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Health benefits

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Mumbai seeks an experienced finance professional to manage financial statements and assist in budgeting processes. The role requires strong analytical skills, a commerce background, and extensive accounting experience. Responsibilities include cash management, variance analysis, and client billing activities. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and contribute to process improvements through automation and efficient reporting strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of accounting and finance experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Experience in real estate accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements and ensure timely submissions.
• Assist in the budget process and perform variance analysis.
• Manage cash flow and client billing activities.
• Support process improvements for automation.

Skills

Operational/General ledger accounting

Profit & loss analysis

Variance Analysis & Forecasting

Strong analytical skills

Exceptional communication skills

High proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of MS Office

Education

Commerce graduate

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

* Review timely and accurate monthly property financial statements by deadlines established by the Account team and external Client. Submit financial statements and workpapers in reviewable form (including documentation) and within the proper time frame for review.* Document the resolution of all issues identified in the Manager's/ Client Accountant's review of financial statements.* Responsible for cash management of assigned clients.* Calculate Accruals* Work with Facility Managers to ensure all accruals are booked* Client Requests* Ad Hoc Reporting* Variance Analysis & Forecasts* Assist in the budget process and review the budget from an accounting perspective.* Review Finance Package* Review & Submit ASC606* PSFT Expense approvals* Ensure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly.* Handle difficult client situations and ensure that all special needs are being met* Assume responsibility for the coordination and organization of year-end audit work, and prepare supporting schedules* Be proactive in keeping Manager informed of all activities* Manage all operational/supervisory adhocs and manage Process Hygiene* Work on implementing Process Improvements and automation with team* Work closely with the Accounts Leadership team, Finance Director, Divisional Finance Director and Account director* Detailed forecast analysis including Budget versus Actual spending and Forecast verses Actual spending for a large Real Estate portfolio.* Annual Budget planning preparation and development; and be responsible day to day reporting and forecasting activities for assigned portfolio* Monthly and Quarterly Report Analysis* Assist leaders in researching and identifying budget corrections and work with others to implement change* Complete and support regular and ad-hoc reporting including informal and formal internal and documents, reports, graphs, charts, and presentations.* Support team’s efforts to develop efficient reporting strategies including automation and simplification of reporting processes while preserving data integrity* Maintain working knowledge of Master Services Agreement and any relevant amendments or appendices* + Support and track client billing activities + Assist with the calculation of fees (i.e., Management and Incentive) as needed. + Organize and maintain team data collection, reporting and communication. + Participate in the development and distribution of best practices, process documentation, and user support materials for reporting. + Analyze performance data to forecast/trend. + Support cost-savings and process improvement initiatives + Provide discrete and confidential handling of sensitive information* Detailed forecast analysis including Budget versus Actual spending and Forecast verses Actual spending for a large Real Estate portfolio.* Annual Budget planning preparation and development; and be responsible day to day reporting and forecasting activities for assigned portfolio* Monthly and Quarterly Report Analysis* Assist leaders in researching and identifying budget corrections and work with others to implement change* Complete and support regular and ad-hoc reporting including informal and formal internal and documents, reports, graphs, charts, and presentations.* Support team’s efforts to develop efficient reporting strategies including automation and simplification of reporting processes while preserving data integrity* Exceptional oral and written communication skills with internal and external clients as well as professionals within the department.* Minimum 7-10 years of Operational/General ledger accounting and Finance experience including Profit & loss analysis, Balance sheet overview, Variance Analysis & Forecasting experience in real estate accounting is a plus* Strong analytical skills with an attention to detail logical thinking and carry a positive attitude to develop solutions quickly* Demonstrates professional leadership skills through effective work habits, attitude, inter-personal skills.* Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure with multiple and changing priorities.* High proficiency in excel and/or any real estate-related software.* Strong knowledge of MS office (MS word, excel, PowerPoint, outlook) required* Strong Finance background, Strong FP&A background, Commerce graduate,At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit .