Manager, Finance Team - Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

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The Finance Manager is accountable for financial oversight of Property Management Office and Industrial business lines by leading a team of analysts through their monthly deliverables, general finance and accounting duties, and partnering with local business leaders to meet financial targets.

What this job involves 

• Lead and manage overall finance and accounting functions
• Act as advisor and strategic partner to local business leaders for all financial and operational matters
• Identify and effectively communicate financial opportunities and risks with business partners and leadership
• Prepare and analyze regular and ad-hoc reporting, succinctly highlighting key take-aways and making recommendations to business partners
• Ensure timely and accurate production of the annual plan and quarterly forecasts
• Design, implement, document, and maintain policies and procedures that support efficient and effective processes while maintaining strong internal controls
• Support team’s efforts to develop and implement efficient reporting strategies, including automation and simplification of reporting processes while preserving data integrity
• Manage the revenue recognition process in compliance with contract terms
• Coordinate the timely and accurate preparation of the monthly financial packages and variance analysis
• Hire, manage and mentor staff, supporting professional development of team
• Assist in annual compensation planning processes

Sound like you? Before you apply it’s worth knowing what we are looking for:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or similar field); CPA and/or MBA a plus
• A minimum of 7 years relevant work experience with 1-3 years supervisory experience
• Audit and internal controls background a plus
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Superior technical skills in Excel (lookups, index/match, pivot tables)
• Demonstrated experience organizing and analyzing large volume of data
• Experience with PeopleSoft ERP system preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, proven presentation skills
• Demonstrated initiative, autonomy and independence
• Understanding of and commitment to business partnering

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL

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!

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 may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.