Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant at JLL, you'll be at the forefront of financial decision-making, transforming complex data into strategic insights that drive our business forward. This pivotal role combines sophisticated financial analysis with hands-on forecasting and reporting to support executive leadership in making informed business decisions. You'll have the opportunity to shape financial strategy, optimize processes, and contribute meaningfully to JLL's continued success in the commercial real estate industry. If you're passionate about translating numbers into narratives and driving business impact through financial excellence, this role offers an exciting platform to showcase your analytical expertise while advancing your career with a global industry leader.

• →You'll lead the development and maintenance of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• →Your analytical skills will shine as you conduct detailed variance analyses, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that inform leadership decisions.
• →Building and refining sophisticated financial models will be central to your work, supporting strategic initiatives and investment evaluations across the organization.
• →You'll prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and stakeholders, presenting complex information with clarity and precision.
• →Collaborating cross-functionally, you'll work closely with business unit leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations that drive performance.
• →You'll continuously identify and implement process improvements that streamline workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and increase the efficiency of financial operations.
• →Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of best practices within the FP&A function.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field is required. 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, or similar analytical roles with demonstrated impact.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling, and data manipulation.
• Strong working knowledge of financial systems (ERP platforms) and solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Exceptional analytical capabilities with proven ability to analyze large datasets, identify patterns, and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to present complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships across all organizational levels.

• MBA, CPA, CMA, or CFA designation demonstrating commitment to professional development and advanced financial expertise.
• Experience in commercial real estate, professional services, or similar industries with complex business models.
• Proficiency with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms. Experience leading or contributing to significant process improvement initiatives or system implementations.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
• Previous experience mentoring or developing junior finance professionals. Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting software beyond standard ERP systems.

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

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.