Finance Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave at 100%

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay for early wages

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, a leading global real estate and investment management firm, seeks a Finance Manager to lead facility and project accounting. You will manage general ledger, budgets, forecasts and client billing in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with facility managers, project teams and vendors.

Required is a BA/Finance or Accounting, 5–10 years of experience, and strong Excel/Sheets skills; MBA or CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5-10 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills; strong IT tooling.
• Strong financial/analytical capabilities; budgeting and forecasting.
• MBA or CPA preferred; experience with ERP systems (SQL/PeopleSoft/JD Edwards) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of facility and project management accounting.
• Perform general ledger activities in a high-volume environment.
• Prepare month-end, accruals, budgets, forecasts and client invoices.
• Review monthly IAS Oversight packages and ensure timely reporting.
• Streamline financial processes across locations and support QBR decks.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Self-starter

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA

Tools

Excel/Sheets

SQL

PeopleSoft

JD Edwards

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

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the facility and project management accounting for the Account. The Finance Manager will be responsible for general ledger activities in a high volume, fast paced, energized environment. This position must be able to interact effectively with both the internal and external client teams on a daily basis, specifically the Facility Managers, Project Managers, Finance staff and vendors. Provide accurate financial information within deadlines, including month end reports, accruals, fundings, ad hoc analyses, budgets, forecasts and invoices to client and account management team as applicable. Comply with all JLL Corporate requests in a timely fashion, including budget, forecast, revenue, audit requirements, tax, balance sheet and accounts receivable. Comply with quarterly attestation for key requirements such as revenue recognition and financial completeness. Timely review and approval of the monthly IAS Oversight financial package including bank reconciliation submission by the Accounting Manager in order for reporting to be finalized within seven business days after general ledger cutoff to insure timely and accurate reporting to Client and comply with Client Accounting Services standards. Properly document for approval all changes to the MSA and/or pricing exhibits that will have a financial or revenue recognition impact to JLL. Prepare and reconcile monthly payroll and reimbursable expense billing to client. Streamline financial processes across the locations. Examples include reporting, consistent financial slides and decks for QBR and Governance meetings with the client. Facilitate the compilation of the annual facility management expense budgets for each of the Client managed facilities. Customize budget templates to ensure consistent collection of all information. Consolidate, review, and prepare the final budget for communication to the appropriate managers and client. Comply with all SOCR, JLL Policies and Procedures and JLL Best Practice requirements. Insure compliance with both Jones Lang LaSalle Global Internal Audit and Client Accounting Services SAS70 internal review standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-10 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in a range of information technology tools and platforms; including advanced Excel skills or Google Workspace (Sheets)
• Strong financial/analytical skills with proven capabilities in financial modeling
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy and ability to make effective decisions and solve problems
• Self-starter, team player, with ability to bring alternate points of view to the discussion and analysis
• Advanced presentation and communication skills (oral and written)

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or CPA
• Experience with SQL, PeopleSoft and/or JD Edwards
• Experience with payroll billing and management

Location: On-site – Austin, TX, Boulder, CO, Newark, DE, Santa Clara, CA

Estimated compensation for this position: 124,000.00 – 155,000.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you’re pursuing.

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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