Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

JLL • Chicago, IL

5d • $102,410 - $148,500 • Remote

About The Position

As a Senior Analyst in Financial Planning & Analysis at JLL, you will provide financial business partnership support to drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence. You will analyze and prepare consolidated financial reports, lead budget and forecast processes, and deliver executive-ready insights that translate complex financial performance into clear, actionable recommendations. The role contributes to modernizing FP&A capabilities by using financial modeling, automation, and AI-enabled analysis to improve reporting efficiency and support value creation across the organization.

The position is remote, with a requirement to work from the Chicago office at least twice a month. It offers the opportunity to contribute financial insight, process innovation, and strategic partnership in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. Compensation is listed as total compensation (base plus discretionary bonus) of $102,410–$148,500 per year. The role does not provide visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• University degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive financial planning and analysis experience, including forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting.
• Expert-level financial modeling skills and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, macros, and data analysis.
• Proficiency using AI tools for financial analysis, data summarization, workflow automation, presentation development, and business communication.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Experience with Power BI, Power Query, or similar data visualization and business intelligence tools.
• Ability to work with large datasets, extract insights, and present findings clearly and concisely.
• Exceptional analytical skills and ability to link financial results to strategic and operational activities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to evaluate assumptions, ensure data accuracy, and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including translating complex analysis into actionable executive-level recommendations.
• Strategic, innovative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to challenge the status quo and drive constructive debate.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Self-motivation, proactivity, results orientation, urgency, and commitment to excellence.
• High standards of business ethics and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Collaborative approach, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to build trusted partnerships across organizational levels.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation or actively pursuing a CPA designation.
• Experience in commercial real estate or property management.
• Knowledge of Yardi Voyager, Retail Manager, and Forecast Manager.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, analyze, and consolidate quarterly forecast and annual budget processes, ensuring financial projections are complete, accurate, and reliable.
• Build financial models with scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate business drivers, market conditions, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop driver-based forecasts and support strategic planning with forward-looking analysis.
• Prepare consolidated financial reports and variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior year for senior management and clients.
• Analyze KPIs including EBITDA, NOI, revenue trends, and operational and capital expenses; recommend cost-effectiveness interventions and provide portfolio and market benchmarks.
• Present financial performance as concise, executive-ready insights through presentations, dashboards, and written narratives.
• Contribute to quarterly presentations and reporting packages for the JLL Executive Committee, senior management, and external stakeholders.
• Build relationships with business partners across departments and communicate complex financial information and business drivers effectively.
• Represent FP&A on cross-functional and technology projects.
• Improve reporting tools, processes, and systems to simplify workflows and increase organizational agility.
• Contribute to modernization of enterprise FP&A capabilities, including automation, AI-enabled analysis, standardized KPIs, Power BI reporting, and enhanced executive visualization.
• Identify opportunities to redirect capacity from recurring tasks toward higher-value strategic analysis.
• Support ad hoc analysis, special initiatives, and sensitive assignments at the direction of senior leadership.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Discretionary bonus subject to individual and company performance; not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level