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Role Purpose

The Accounting Manager is the financial liaison between the JLL Operational Team and the Client, reporting to Client Finance Manager responsible for finance service delivery on the account. Responsible for the implementation and execution of accounting processes and programs designed to ensure the appropriate level of accuracy, tracking and control over the property operating expenses and capital expenditures. They are also responsible for all JLL Corporate finance deliverables for the account, budgeting, forecasting and monthly variance analysis.

What this job involves

Provide clear direction and strategic financial advice to the JLL team working on the account

Develop and maintain all relevant policies and procedures with respect to all financial & support services associated with the account

Build strong relationships and support the client side finance teams with regular reporting and dealing with any queries / information requests. Liaise and support the Client’s primary financial managers/units

Develop, maintain and assures timely finance service delivery within Facility Management function to the Client

Analyse process and performance trends, flags issues and propose corrective solutions

Work with the operational team to analyse commercial and contractual aspects of the account (e.g. savings initiative tracking; reconciliations; baseline control; business case reviews; etc.)

Ensure that accurate and timely financial information is provided to all members of the management team (both to Client & JLL Corporate team)

Production of annual budgets/forecast in conjunction with JLL team and client finance team (both from Client & JLL Corporate perspective)

Manage and optimise the efficiency and effectiveness of finance processes: ensure robust financial controls in place including Cash Reconciliations, all Balance sheet  reconciliations & compliance with SOX reporting

Ensure data integrity of the systems in use and adopted processes on the account in line with JLL standards

Deputise for Client Finance Manager and be a key player in the regional account team (e.g. raising financial awareness of Operations team)

Supervision and development of local finance team (either direct or matrix). Manage and coach the team to ensure high staff morale, trust, work ethics, clear goals and performance reviews

Every day is different, and in all these activities, we’d encourage you to show your ingenuity.
 

Sound like you? To apply you need to be / have:

2-3 years’ experience in a similar position (working with international teams and clients)

University degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or equivalent and Qualified Member of Professional Accounting Association (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Experience in managing team over 2-5 people

Strong leadership skills working with a dynamic team directly and by influencing indirectly stakeholders

Motivated, positive and flexible in approach to work and able to develop others in such an approach

Proactive in identifying issues and potential solutions

Self – supporting, diligent; can deliver to tight deadlines

Ability to learn quickly and desire to develop

Ability to work collaboratively and through challenges with the client; other members of the account team (Operations; Sourcing) and IFM corporate teams

Customer Service/Client facing experience: Commitment to solve requests and problems

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent PC skills, proficient in Office tools, especially Microsoft Outlook Word & Excel

What you can expect from us

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay.

Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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