Finance Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL 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.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world 

At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working. 

We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. 

JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat. 

What this opportunity involves:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and manage the financial operations for a key client's property portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to be a strategic business partner to centre managers and client finance teams, whilst driving consistency and excellence in financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting across multiple assets.

Based in Brisbane, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering timely, accurate financial information that enables effective decision-making and strengthens our client relationships.

An overview of the role:  

·       Lead monthly financial close, forecasting and annual budgeting cycles for a portfolio of properties

·       Act as the primary finance business partner to centre managers and client finance teams

·       Drive consistency in financial reporting format, delivery and timelines across the client's wider portfolio

·       Mentor, coach and develop team members, delivering regular finance training sessions

·       Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, journal postings and monthly financial reporting

·       Manage tenant outgoings recoveries, reconciliations and audit processes

·       Ensure all directly recoverable expenditure is appropriately charged and removed from outgoings

·       Prepare outgoings and marketing audit reports

·       Coordinate annual income, operating and capex budgets within agreed timeframes

·       Provide first-line MRI system support and liaise with the client's Finance Systems Analyst on system enhancements

·       Ensure compliance with all JLL and client-specific accounting policies and procedures

·       Attend monthly property meetings and maintain strong stakeholder relationships

Sound like you?  This is what we’re looking for: 

·       A degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA or CA qualification

·       4+ years' experience in financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting

·       Property accounting experience (essential)

·       Team management experience

·       Experience with Yardi or MRI property accounting systems (preferred)

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·       The ability to work autonomously whilst collaborating effectively with diverse teams

·       A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

Benefits:

·       Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned bands

·       18 weeks paid maternity leave

·       Private Health Insurance Discounts

·       Active Social Club

·       Employee assistant program

·       Novated Lease for EV cars

·       Paid time off for volunteer work

·       Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm

·       Premium offices

What you can expect from us:  

You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you. 

As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce. 

Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ528954

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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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