Senior Finance Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world 

At 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. 

We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. 

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat. 

What this opportunity involves:

Join JLL's dynamic Property Management team as a Senior Finance Manager, where you'll lead financial operations for a significant client property portfolio across retail, commercial, industrial, community and telecommunication assets. This role offers the opportunity to drive financial excellence, shape strategic decision-making, and partner with senior stakeholders to deliver superior client outcomes

Based in predominantly in Sydney CBD and very occasionally Parramatta, you'll serve as the key finance business partner to the Account Director and property management team, leading month-end, forecasting and budgeting cycles whilst delivering timely, accurate financial insights that enable effective decision-making. You'll drive consistency and transparency across the client's national portfolio, including reporting to overseas fund partners.

An overview of the role:  

·       Lead monthly financial reporting, month-end processes and preparation of management reports for presentation to the client

·       Manage annual budgets, forecasts and variance analysis with detailed tenant-by-tenant commentary

·       Ensure compliance with Trust Accounting and Property Accounting policies, including six-monthly internal audit preparations

·       Process journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, IFRS rent smoothing calculations and annual tenant outgoing reconciliations

·       Act as primary finance liaison between the Account Director, client delivery team, client finance teams and JLL support functions

·       Drive consistency in processes, timelines and reporting formats across the national portfolio

·       Mentor and train team members, leading monthly finance training sessions

·       Manage property transitions, bank accounts, GST reconciliations and client remittances

·       Act as Level 1 MRI support and drive system enhancements

Sound like you?  This is what we’re looking for: 

·       Degree in Accounting

·       CPA qualification

·       6+ years' experience in financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting

·       Property accounting experience

·       Team management experience

·       MRI property accounting system experience

·       Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead by example and take accountability

·       Excellent decision-making capabilities with a focus on timely, well-considered outcomes

·       Superior communication and interpersonal skills

·       Self-managed and personally effective work approach

·       Collaborative mindset with a commitment to knowledge sharing

·       Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy

Benefits:

·       Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned bands

·       18 weeks paid maternity leave

·       Private Health Insurance Discounts

·       Active Social Club

·       Employee assistant program

·       Novated Lease for EV cars

·       Paid time off for volunteer work

·       Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm

·       Premium offices

What you can expect from us:  

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you. 

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 regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. 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. 

Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ522229

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

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