Senior Finance Manager

JLL • Chicago, IL

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. Job Summary The Senior Manager, U.S. Property Management Finance will serve as a key strategic and financial leader supporting JLL’s Office and Industrial Property Management business lines for East markets. This role provides comprehensive financial and operational support, including financial planning and analysis, business partnering, and leadership of a growing finance team. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Property Management leadership to drive financial performance, enhance reporting processes, and deliver meaningful insights that support business objectives across U.S. markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required, MBA or CPA a plus
• Minimum of 6–7 years of relevant Real Estate Finance experience, including at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• Strong finance background with working knowledge of accounting principles preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with PeopleSoft, Smartview, OCI, Tableau a plus
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills with attention to detail
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Proven integrity, consistency in values, and a collaborative work ethic
• Desire to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic thinking and value creation by leveraging data analytics to identify trends, performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
• Create efficiencies and streamline reporting, forecasting, and financial workflows to enhance accuracy, speed, and scalability
• Demonstrate strong ownership of end-to-end financial processes, ensuring accountability, continuous improvement, and high-quality deliverables
• Act as a key financial and strategic business partner to U.S. Property Management leadership for Office and Industrial portfolios
• Lead financial planning and analysis for assigned markets, providing strategic insights and recommendations to support growth and profitability
• Provide vision, strategy, and motivation for the finance team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and financial discipline
• Manage and develop a team of ~5 Analysts/Senior Analysts, fostering professional growth and engagement
• Oversee workload planning, performance management, and staff development to ensure delivery of accurate, high-quality financial insights
• Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and results-driven team culture that supports both national and regional business partners
• Lead preparation, management, and consolidation of the annual Property Management plan and quarterly forecasts for Office and Industrial portfolios
• Analyze and interpret monthly financial results, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to achieve financial goals and enhance business performance
• Partner with Controllership to ensure timely, accurate accounting and financial reporting across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles
• Collaborate with Onboarding Solutions and other internal teams to ensure accurate setup of PMAs, client classifications, payroll structures, management fees, and burden rates
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with JLL financial policies and reporting standards

Benefits

• Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

What This Job Offers

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