Global Finance Manager

JLL•St. Paul, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description Summary JLL is looking for a client-focused and analytical problem-solver who is highly organized and deadline-oriented, and comfortable working across global teams. Our Global Finance Manager is accountable for leading a team of professionals through a variety of accounting and financial reporting processes, including monthly close, cash management, translation and consolidated financial reporting, and FP&A activities. This role is accountable for team results and must ensure compliance in all accounting and financial processes. What this job involves: Lead the team in managing all monthly financial close activities to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of all journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 7-10 years relevant work experience with 5 years supervisory experience.
Strong accounting acumen with prior experience working across global teams.
Advanced technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PeopleSoft or SAP (or similar ERPs).
Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to balance competing and changing priorities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven presentation skills.
Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and strong work ethic.
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.

Nice To Haves

CPA and/or MBA a plus.
Audit and internal controls background a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage the performance and day-to-day workload of assigned staff.
Gain comprehensive understanding of client and corporate accounting requirements, translate those requirements to operational and finance teams, and maintain processes to ensure established requirements are met.
Create and present consolidated monthly reporting package inclusive of variance analysis, supporting schedules, and forward-looking commentary inclusive of risks and opportunities to contractual budget.
Oversee cash management procedures to ensure accounts receivable/payable objectives and contractual vendor repayment requirements are achieved.
Provide leadership on financial activities to a variety of non-financial audiences and operational teams, including clients, property managers, and engineers.
Develop, maintain, and implement processes and financial controls within the framework of GAAP, JLL policies, and client policies.
Oversee the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for global finance teams.
Assist in compilation and analysis of financial and operational data required for certain quarterly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Act as advisor and strategic partner for all financial, operational, and client matters.
Become subject matter expert on client’s contractual requirements (Master Services Agreement) to ensure appropriate interpretation, revenue recognition, and timely and accurate billing.
Identify, quantify, propose, and implement ongoing process improvement opportunities.
Manage and mentor staff and help guide development (including preparation of goals and recurring performance reviews).
Additional projects and requests as needed.