Finance Director

JLL•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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. We are currently seeking a Finance Director for our Client Finance Westinghouse account. You will manage, control and direct the accounting and financial functions in a high visibility, client-facing role. What this job involves: Preparation, management, consolidation and delivery of the annual plan and quarterly reforecast Supervision of the revenue recognition process Meeting accounts receivable objectives and metrics Supervision of the team in completion of quarterly audit schedules Developing and maintaining systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the organization Designing, implementing, documenting and maintaining policies and procedures that support efficient and effective processes as well as maintaining strong internal controls. Preparation of the monthly financial reporting package Overall accounting/finance team management, staff development and compensation planning. Managing and executing on staff succession and growth plans. Preparation of analysis and dashboard reporting for CAO and CFO of the client group, as well as Corporate. Producing and analyzing monthly and quarterly financial variance reports Preparing pipeline reports and dashboard metrics for business or product lines. Overseeing the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities Key financial/accounting liaison for Business Unit Executives, Product Line owners and Corporate. Act as advisor and strategic partner to these groups for all financial, operational and client matters Proactive decision-making support to all stakeholders Ownership of the annual plan and quarterly re-forecast Ownership of all financial processes within given span of control Leadership of managers, supervisors and/or professional staff Performance and results of multiple related units Developing departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities Controlling resources and policy formation in area of responsibility

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance plus a minimum of 10 years of related work experience
5 years of direct management/supervisory experience; including training and evaluation of staff
Audit and internal controls background is a plus
Strong accounting skills
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Proficiency in computer-based accounting applications. Experience with JD Edwards platforms a plus
Strong analytical, organizational, and coordination skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong presentation skills to internal and external parties
Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic
Understanding of and commitment to client service
A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or MBA is preferred
Audit and internal controls background is a plus

Responsibilities

Preparation, management, consolidation and delivery of the annual plan and quarterly reforecast
Supervision of the revenue recognition process
Meeting accounts receivable objectives and metrics
Supervision of the team in completion of quarterly audit schedules
Developing and maintaining systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the organization
Designing, implementing, documenting and maintaining policies and procedures that support efficient and effective processes as well as maintaining strong internal controls.
Preparation of the monthly financial reporting package
Overall accounting/finance team management, staff development and compensation planning.
Managing and executing on staff succession and growth plans.
Preparation of analysis and dashboard reporting for CAO and CFO of the client group, as well as Corporate.
Producing and analyzing monthly and quarterly financial variance reports
Preparing pipeline reports and dashboard metrics for business or product lines.
Overseeing the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities
Key financial/accounting liaison for Business Unit Executives, Product Line owners and Corporate. Act as advisor and strategic partner to these groups for all financial, operational and client matters
Proactive decision-making support to all stakeholders
Ownership of the annual plan and quarterly re-forecast
Ownership of all financial processes within given span of control
Leadership of managers, supervisors and/or professional staff
Performance and results of multiple related units
Developing departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities
Controlling resources and policy formation in area of responsibility