Strategic Real Estate Finance Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Finance Manager to own property-level accounting and financial reporting for a dynamic real estate portfolio in Chicago. You will supervise a team handling property accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and lease administration, while ensuring accurate records and audit readiness.

You'll partner with property and asset management, drive monthly closings, budget preparation, variance analysis, and support due diligence during asset transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Experience in property or real estate accounting, managing multiple properties or operations.
• Strong technical proficiency in accounting software and financial systems.
• Solid understanding of forecasting, budgeting and variance analysis in real estate or property management.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights.
• Experience supervising and developing finance or accounting staff.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain property financial records and ledgers for accuracy and compliance.
• Establish property-level accounting policies and procedures to support audit readiness.
• Collaborate with property and asset management to deliver timely financial information and analysis.
• Oversee monthly closings for all properties and analyze variances against budget.
• Lead annual budget preparation and training of team members.
• Coordinate internal/external audits and implement process improvements.
• Support asset acquisitions/dispositions with financial due diligence.
• Mentor accounting team and foster a collaborative culture.
• Prepare internal management reports by analyzing property financial data.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Financial analysis

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

Job description

JLL is seeking a Finance Manager to own property-level accounting and financial reporting for a dynamic real estate portfolio in Chicago. You will supervise a team handling property accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and lease administration, while ensuring accurate records and audit readiness.

You'll partner with property and asset management, drive monthly closings, budget preparation, variance analysis, and support due diligence during asset transactions.