Senior Controllership Manager, Americas

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off & holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) in Chicago, IL, seeks a Senior Manager for Americas REMS Controllership to lead financial reporting, controlled processes, and cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes collaboration with global stakeholders to maintain financial integrity and drive accounting improvements.

The role requires a CPA, 6+ years of accounting/auditing experience, and a track record in leading accounting professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with active CPA certification.
• Minimum 6 years of core accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Experience leading accounting professionals and teams.
• Strong analytical and writing skills for clear findings.
• Executive-level communication with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and apply ASC 606 revenue guidance.
• Advise on revenue recognition for PDS and Portfolio lines.
• Prepare P&L and balance sheet commentary for US/Canada as needed.
• Close monthly and quarterly financial statements with business ops and finance.
• Lead SOX controls and support global audits and reconciliations.
• Mentor the REMS controllership team and drive process improvements.
• Develop executive-level reporting and automation opportunities.

Skills

Executive-level communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Leadership & mentoring

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA

Tools

Financial systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) in Chicago, IL, seeks a Senior Manager for Americas REMS Controllership to lead financial reporting, controlled processes, and cross-functional collaboration. The role emphasizes collaboration with global stakeholders to maintain financial integrity and drive accounting improvements.

The role requires a CPA, 6+ years of accounting/auditing experience, and a track record in leading accounting professionals.