Financial Analyst

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Saint Paul (MN)

Remote

USD 75,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

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Job summary

JLL is seeking a Financial Analyst to support a startup client account within the Work Dynamics Client Finance Organization. You will conduct core financial analysis, generate insights, and ensure reporting accuracy to drive client success and operational excellence.

You will partner with leaders across the organization to deliver budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics, while identifying opportunities for process improvement and cost savings in a remote work environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
2+ years of financial analysis experience.
Advanced Excel skills with complex financial modeling.

Responsibilities

Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports with accurate data.
Produce monthly and quarterly analyses and forecasts.
Support budgeting and annual planning processes.
Improve reporting processes through automation and streamlined workflows.
Identify financial risks and opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Excel proficiency

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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 peopleand empowering them tothrive, 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:

Join our Work Dynamics Client Finance Organization as a Financial Analyst supporting a start-up client account. This collaborative role drives core business analysis and metrics while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism. You will partner with leaders across the organization to deliver critical financial insights, streamline reporting processes, and identify strategic opportunities that contribute directly to client success and JLL's operational excellence.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Complete regular and ad-hoc reporting, including client documents, presentations, graphs, and charts while maintaining data integrity across all deliverables.

Generate monthly and quarterly reports, running day-to-day forecasting activities and enhancing existing reporting frameworks.

Conduct detailed forecast analysis, including Budget versus Actual spending and Forecast versus Actual spending comparisons.

Support annual budget planning, preparation, and development while assisting leaders in identifying budget corrections and implementing changes.

Organize and maintain team data collection systems, developing efficient reporting strategies through automation and process simplification.

Identify tactical and strategic opportunities, gaps, and financial risks while supporting cost-savings and process improvement initiatives.

Participate in developing best practices, process documentation, and user support materials for financial reporting across the account.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.

2+ years of relevant financial analysis experience.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with demonstrated proficiency in complex financial modeling.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting start-up or transition client accounts.

Familiarity with financial reporting automation tools and technologies.

Experience with budget planning and forecasting in a corporate services environment.

Demonstrated success in process improvement and cost-savings initiatives.

Demonstrated financial competency at a detailed operational level.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Advanced verbal and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal sensitivity.

Strong organizational and coordination skills with proven ability to collaborate across multiple organizational levels.

Location:

Remote

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way - for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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

Expected compensation for this position:

75,000.00 - 80,000.00 USD per year

Location:

Remote - Chicago, IL, Evansville, IN, Harrisburg, PA, Indianapolis, IN, Lansing, MI, St. Paul, MN

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:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include: