Staff Accountant

JLL•St. Paul, MN

48d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Staff Accountant on JLL's Client Finance team in St. Paul, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional financial services to our corporate real estate clients. This position combines technical accounting expertise with client service excellence, supporting comprehensive financial operations for JLL-managed portfolios. You'll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring seamless financial operations that enable our clients to focus on their core business objectives. This role offers excellent growth opportunities within JLL's dynamic finance organization while contributing directly to client satisfaction and retention through superior financial stewardship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2-4 years of professional accounting experience, preferably in corporate finance or public accounting
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms preferred)
Solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles and month-end close processes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present financial information to various stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

CPA certification or progress toward CPA completion
Experience in commercial real estate, property management, or facilities management accounting
Knowledge of project accounting and cost allocation methodologies
Experience with financial reporting and client presentation preparation
Familiarity with accounts payable/receivable processes and vendor management
Basic knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes
Experience with process improvement initiatives and automation tools

Responsibilities

Prepare, support, and present monthly routine and ad-hoc reporting including informal and formal financial documents and reports for assigned client portfolios
Manage invoicing cycles and serve as the direct point of contact to ensure timely collection from clients and repayment of all vendors
Run reports from multiple ERP systems and prepare necessary reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records
Support month-end financial close processes including posting and review of accrual entries, reclass entries, account reconciliations, and financial controls
Collaborate with account team members including Accountants, Accounts Payable/Receivable staff, Facility Managers, Project Managers, and Finance Directors on monthly activities
Analyze performance data against budget, forecast, and trend information while compiling detailed variance commentary to guide business partner decision-making
Drive continuous process improvement initiatives and support cost-savings opportunities for client accounts