Finance Manager

JLL•Westmont, IL

1d•$121,000 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

JLL is hiring a Finance Team Manager to provide hybrid bench support across its Work Dynamics portfolio, stepping into client accounts as needed to maintain continuity and strong financial operations. The role oversees accounting, financial planning, and reporting, and serves as a financial partner to client finance personnel and internal operations teams. It supports a range of client environments and drives financial integrity and process improvements across engagements. Travel to client sites may be required based on business needs. The position is described as hybrid, with three days a week in the office, and lists Chicago or Pittsburgh as possible locations. The posting also identifies on-site locations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Westmont, Illinois.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
4–6 years of relevant accounting and finance experience, with progressive responsibility.
Strong technical accounting skills and thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
High attention to detail and proven ability to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
Computer proficiency, including advanced skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Understanding of and commitment to exceptional client service in a professional services environment.
Ability and willingness to travel to client sites as business needs require.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; the position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA certification or progress toward certification.
Management or supervisory experience leading finance teams or projects.
Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (E1) General Ledger or similar enterprise accounting platforms.
Familiarity with commercial real estate or facilities management finance operations.
Experience in a matrixed organization supporting multiple clients or business units simultaneously.
Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-finance audiences.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate reported results and proper reconciliation with client billing systems.
Lead annual budget and quarterly forecast processes in coordination with finance and site operations personnel.
Prepare and issue monthly financial packages and performance metrics to account and client stakeholders.
Serve as a financial resource and subject matter expert to facility and project teams, supporting understanding of and adherence to Master Services Agreements and financial procedures.
Oversee project billing, including calculation, invoicing, and revenue recognition; identify process improvements and implement enhanced planning and reporting tools.
Manage corporate finance activities, including annual and periodic JLL P&L budgeting, income statement accuracy, corporate receivables tracking, and quarterly revenue attestation.
Maintain compliance with GAAP, JLL Internal Audit standards, and Client Finance review requirements, and maintain necessary accounting systems, processes, and controls.