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Senior Finance Manager

Work Dynamics – ASP/Philippines

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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Finance Manager will be overseeing client operation expenses for client’s property portfolio across Philippines.   As a key member of the finance team, the role will provide leadership to the local operations team with financial insights and drive value to the client. He/she is responsible for the governance over day-to-day financial and accounting operations with focus on the client’s reporting requirements at local and regional levels.  The right candidate must have the ability to establish and maintain strategic stakeholder relationships, both externally with the client and internally within JLL.  The Senior Finance Manager will also be responsible for managing and analyzing operational data across the client’s property portfolio interfacing with operations team to complete a range of benchmarking and analytical exercises.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

LeadershipProvides clear direction and strategic financial advice to the local operations and finance teamBalances local and regional requirements to cater for local client reporting requirements and regional requirements

Budgeting/Forecasting and ReportingTimely and accurate production of bi-annual budgets and monthly forecasts for the client in conjunction with Workplace Leads in each city.5 year bottoms up strategic planning with YoY and RoR analysis.Monthly in-depth variance analysis on forecast vs budget/prior forecastContinually review financials applying a risk-based approach ensuring submissions are owned by the operations team.Ensures flow of information that supports and results in accountability and ownership.Develop systems and processes to enable benchmarking analytics across the Client’s portfolio, including but not limited to, $/RSF analysis, cost and energy savings and operational service delivery.

Client/Stakeholder ManagementCustomer service orientated, a primary liaison with the client’s country leadership for both operations and finance.Leads by example and coaches the account Philippines finance team in achieving maximum client satisfaction levels.Detailed understanding of the MSA commercials including contractual adjustments methodology and criteria

Data Management, Policies & Procedures and AuditEnsures governance over data integrity of the systemsEnsures that appropriate process and system controls are in place and maintained to guarantee the integrity of all financial transactions.Ensure that all financial accounting and reporting is audit worthy and in keeping with recognized quality management processes.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION:  KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Ideal Experience

In a Finance/Accounting role at a MNC for 10 years or greater with a proven track record of performance at a senior level.Qualified Accountant.Strong analytical, organizational and coordination skills.

Critical Competencies for Success

Technical CompetenceAbility to draw coherent input from a variety of functional units to compile concise financial informationDemonstrated experience with client reporting including preparation of straight forward executive summariesQuest for ExcellenceHas an eye for detail, while not losing sight of the larger pictureGoal-oriented, able to focus on meeting all performance targetsProblem Solving & Strategic ThinkingCapacity to deal with ambiguity and solve complex problems effectivelyAnalytical, proven ability to solve problems using an objective approachProven ability to employ holistic approaches and look towards long term solutionsProject Management & Organizational SkillsExcellent planning & organizational skills to prioritize work and meet local and regional deadlinesTeam player and flexible, focused on the best outcome for all.

Other Personal Characteristics

Demonstrates ability to build and retain key stakeholder relationships – able to interact across all media, including face to face with external clients at country and regional levels.Demonstrates superior people management skillsInstills a culture amongst the account client finance team that reflects JLL’s core behaviors and values of being an Expert, Proactive, Innovative, Versatile, Team Player and valuing the CustomerLeads teams effectively, trains them well and establishes forward looking succession plansPromotes open, constructive and collaborative relationships at all levelsClear communicator at local and regional levels – presentation skills and possesses strong verbal & written communication skills; also an active listenerSelf-motivated and a positive “can-do” attitude.Proactive and flexible – able to adapt to rapidly changing situationsProven ability to initiate and follow through with improvement initiativesAble to work independently and be a team playerAbility to effectively deal with stressful situationsExhibits honesty, trustworthiness and high standards of personal integrityChallenging colleagues, supporting an open culture for new ideas and willing to challenge status quoAbility to recognize when and who to escalate issues

KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Account and Client Leadership at local and regional levels

REPORTING TO

Regional Finance Director

Location:

On-site –Makati, Philippines

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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