Shaping the future of real estate for a better worldAt JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.What this opportunity involves: We are seeking a driven and energetic Finance professional to join us as our Senior Finance Manager for one of our new accounts. You will be responsible to provide comprehensive financial accounting services with a focus on continuous improvement. You will contribute to the development and maintenance of a superior client service delivery culture within the account team, with strong desire on cost savings initiatives and projects. This role will be based on-site with the client. This is a hybrid role offering flexible work arrangements, though you will spend more time in the office initially working with key stakeholders in getting the account operational. What this role involves: Support and partner with the Account Manager and work proactively towards the effective management of finance deliverables under the contract.Actively working with the key Account Managers to manage and achieve budget and forecast; this may entail working with them to identify potential risks and opportunities; and ensuring that they have visibility to their results.Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including the accounts payable team, property managers, lease administration, facilities management, and client representatives.Support accounts payable and receivable functionsEnsure delivery of funding requests, and support invoice validation process where required.Ensure timely and accurate update of data including vendor, business unit and GL mapping lists.Manage Vendor Payment Process and financial management of Corrigo Work Orders.Support procurement with vendor management and vendor analysis.Prepare and distribute monthly timetables.Month end activities including accrual preparation, cost allocations, journal postings, P&L reporting with variance analysis and commentary, stakeholder meetings and balance sheet reconciliations.Prepare and review month end internal governance checklist.Maintain JD Edwards general ledger and ensure appropriate controls are being monitored.Manage client and corporate budget and forecast activities.Manage Corporate Month End, forecasting and budgeting processes and associated reporting to the Account Manager Collaborate with Account Director to execute cost saving initiatives and opportunities Sound like the job you are looking for? Before you apply it's also worth knowing what we are looking for:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance or related disciplines Achievement of professional qualification (CA / CPA) At least 5 years' experience in a similar role / capacity Prior experience in Property / Real Estate will be desirable Strong analytical skills and sound understanding of IT systems Strong detailed budget and cost management experience Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex deliverables on a daily basis, inclusive of month endAbility to work within tight deadlines and to prioritise workload is essential Sound interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to liaise with all levels of stakeholders and clients alike Sound written and oral communication skills, and the capacity to deal with ambiguity and complex problems What you can expect from us:Great employee discounts off fitness & other renowned bandsActive Social ClubWell-being programPaid time off for volunteer workCareer Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firmPremium officesHybrid / flexible working As an organisation, we don't just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World's Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
