Finance Manager

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We are currently seeking a Finance Manager for our multi-client Work Dynamics hub. Working as a part of our collaborative Westmont hub team, our Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial planning & reporting for multiple Facilities Management client accounts and serves as the key finance contact with the assigned JLL on-account client teams. This is a hybrid role and will require the applicant to be located within commuting distance of the Westmont, IL JLL Office.

What this job involves:
Oversee month-end and year-end close activities and ensure integrity and accuracy of reported results and reconciliation with client billing.

Develop strategic partnerships with Account Directors, the leadership teams, and the client.

Provide leadership for the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes and serve as key contact for site operations personnel.

Issue monthly financial package and performance metrics to appropriate account and client personnel on a timely and accurate basis.

​Function as a resource to facility/project teams and client to ensure understanding and adherence to key procedures and processes.

Maintain working knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, Master Services Agreement (MSA) and any relevant amendments or appendices.

Have a comprehensive technical and functional understanding of all finance and accounting systems & processes. Identify process improvement opportunities and implement new planning & reporting tools.

Review all interfaces to client's systems (where required) and proper reconciliations.

Develop and maintain all necessary systems and accounting processes and controls.

Corporate finance management including annual and periodic budgeting for the JLL P&L for the assignment, monitoring accuracy of JLL income statement, monitoring corporate receivables, and quarterly revenue attestation

Ensure compliance with GAAP, JLL Internal Audit and Client Finance review standards.

Special projects and other functions as required by the manager or client.

Sound like you? Before you apply it's worth knowing what we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 5-7 years of relevant work experience

MBA and/or CPA preferred

Management/supervisory experience preferred

Strong accounting skills

High attention to detail

Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience with E1 General Ledger system is a plus

Understanding of and commitment to client services

A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
-  USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

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:
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