Senior Financial Analyst

JLL•Washington, DC

23h•$85,000 - $115,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a pivotal role in driving financial excellence for a dynamic Client Account within JLL's Real Estate Management Services organization. In this position, you'll serve as a strategic financial partner, delivering comprehensive planning, analysis, and reporting that directly influences critical business decisions. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and real estate, where your analytical insights will shape operational strategies and drive measurable business outcomes. As a trusted advisor to business leaders and a collaborative team member, you'll contribute to transforming financial processes while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. If you're passionate about financial analysis, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to make a meaningful impact within a global real estate leader, this role presents an exceptional opportunity to advance your career at JLL.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent professional experience (Master's degree strongly preferred).
5-10 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, planning, and reporting, preferably within a corporate or client service environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including complex formulas, pivot tables, data modeling, and financial analysis functions; working knowledge of other MS Office applications.
Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
Strong analytical and organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining accuracy in high-pressure situations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to diverse audiences including senior leadership and external clients.
Proven ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within cross-functional teams, demonstrating initiative and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in real estate, property management, or professional services industries with exposure to client account management structures.
International business experience or exposure to global financial operations and multi-currency environments.
Familiarity with financial systems, business intelligence tools, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms beyond standard Microsoft Office applications.
Track record of successfully leading process improvement initiatives, implementing automation solutions, or optimizing financial reporting workflows.
Experience with cloud-based collaboration platforms for data management, reporting, and team communication.
Demonstrated ability to anticipate stakeholder needs, drive solutions with urgency, and proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Experience developing training materials, process documentation, or user support resources for financial tools and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain comprehensive financial forecasts, including annual plans and monthly/quarterly updates, delivering detailed analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization.
Generate and distribute monthly and quarterly financial reports, including variance analysis comparing Budget versus Actual and Forecast versus Actual spending, ensuring accuracy and actionable insights for stakeholders.
Create financial models and compile quantitative data in high-pressure situations, analyzing performance trends and presenting findings to both internal teams and client stakeholders.
Lead and support cost-savings initiatives and process improvement projects, identifying tactical opportunities, gaps, and financial risks that drive operational efficiency.
Collaborate with business leaders and senior finance team members to design and implement "Best in Class" reporting strategies, including automation and simplification initiatives while preserving data integrity.
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop ad-hoc reports, presentations, and KPI dashboards, providing exceptional customer service to stakeholders worldwide.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information while serving as a reliable and trusted resource to management and business partners, contributing to best practice development and process documentation.