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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.   

We are seeking a Finance Manager to join the Americas Project & Development Services (PDS) Finance team in Chicago, IL (hybrid work). As part of the finance business partnering team, we provide data, insights & reporting to support business leaders with business planning and decision making to drive both revenue and bottom-line margin growth.

Our ideal candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills, solid technical finance & reporting acumen, great attention to detail, drive for process improvement and problem solving, and a collaborative mindset. We are looking for a self-starter who is interested in growing in their finance career and building a partnership with the business and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide data, insights & reporting to help business planning and decision making, including identifying drivers that move margins through value-added reporting & analysisLead development of financial plan and rolling forecasts including coordination with business partners and local finance team inputsProduce sales pipeline analysis & conversion metrics to enable accurate revenue forecastingDemonstrate high level of customer service with business leadership and local finance teamsDevelop monthly financial packages and performance metrics for PDS and Work Dynamic leadership including trends, business drivers, variance analysis, and updated outlookDrive improvements and enhancements in reporting, analytics, and dashboards to support business leadership decision making and implement best practices related to various ad hoc analysesLead finance business partner for a few PDS National service line P&LsIndividual contributor role with opportunity for advancement and professional development

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; MBA and/or CPA is a plusMinimum 6-8 years of related experience; FP&A experience is a plusA highly motivated self-starter who works well independently and is a strong team playerDemonstrated technical proficiency in Excel and PowerPointExperience with PeopleSoft, Tableau, IBM Planning & Analytics, and Oracle EPM is a plusStrong financial, analytical, and organizational skills with attention to detailStrong written and oral communication required including presentations for internal business leadsAbility to handle multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and establish priorities to meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment

Location:

Hybrid –Chicago, IL

Location:

On-site –Chicago, IL

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

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

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