Assistant Finance Manager

JLL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Finance Business Partner in Singapore to support the Operations Lead with strategic financial analysis and operational improvements. You will serve as a trusted adviser, collaborating with site teams, SSC, and external providers to optimize performance and cash flow.

The role requires a university degree in accounting/finance and 4–5 years of financial experience in complex environments. It offers on-site work in Singapore and exposure to global real estate finance operations.

Qualifications

• University degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or relevant field (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Minimum 4-5 years of financial experience
• Experienced in navigating complex matrix environments
• Business partnering and commercial finance experience is added advantage

Responsibilities

• Be the trusted financial advisor to the Operations Lead, providing data-driven insights to support decision making
• Collaborate with operation teams, shared service centres and third party service providers
• Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis of performance indicators
• Manage vendor payments and monthly billing in compliance with policies
• Lead the month-end closing process and resolve variances
• Prepare and present month end financial packages with variance analysis
• Develop annual budget and rolling forecasts with the Operations Lead
• Drive process improvements and robust financial governance

Skills

Financial analysis

Data-driven insights

Business partnering

Stakeholder management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Job description

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.

What this job involves:

As a business partner to Operations Lead, you will provide strategic finance support by delivering insightful financial analysis and operational improvement.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Business Partnering

• Be the trusted financial advisor to the Operations Lead, providing data-driven insights to support decision making
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including operation teams, shared service centres and third party service providers
• Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis of performance indicators

Financial Management & Control

• Collaborate with site teams and SSC to ensure the lifecycle of vendors’ PO processing align with JLL policues
• Manage vendor payments and monthly billing in compliance with JLL policies and guidelines
• Monitor accounts receivables to optimise cash flow
• Ensure robust documentation that meet audit requirements and maintain integrity of all financial transactions through effective processes

Month End Closing

• Lead the month-end closing process (expense/revenue accrual etc) for the business line, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Investigate and resolve unusual variances or accounting issues
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local reporting standards and client contractual requirements

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Maintain comprehensive account-level tracker containing key P&L metrics (revenue, costs, management fee etc) and business status and ensure timely update with proper supporting documentation
• Prepare and present month end financial packages with meaningful variance analysis for internal stakeholders
• Partner with the Operations Lead to develop comprehensive annual budget and rolling forecasts
• Adhoc scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis

Process Remediation & Standardisation

• Resolve existing financial process gaps and operational issues within the Singapore business line
• Establish robust framework for documentation and financial governance
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and consistency.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or relevant field (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Minimum 4-5 years of financial experience
• Experienced in navigating complex matrix environments
• Business partnering and commercial finance experience is added advantage

Location:

On-site –Singapore

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