Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. JLL is a global provider of real estate and investment management services. The Senior Financial Analyst will drive financial excellence through advanced modeling, strategic analysis, reporting, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration, while supporting business decisions, process improvements, and senior leadership initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, variance analyses, and executive dashboards that inform strategic decision-making across business lines
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Asset Management, Leasing, and Operations to analyze performance metrics and identify optimization opportunities, gaps, and financial risks
- Support cost-savings and process improvement initiatives
- Lead monthly and quarterly financial close processes, including budget vs. actual analysis and forecasting updates for assigned portfolios
- Oversee accounts receivable maintenance and research, focusing on items over 30 days past due to meet AR objectives and metrics
- Partner with senior leadership to prepare board presentations, investor materials, and client reporting packages
- Complete and support regular and ad-hoc reporting including informal and formal internal and documents, reports, graphs, charts and presentations
- Support team’s efforts to develop efficient reporting strategies including automation and simplification of reporting processes while preserving data integrity
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
- 3-5 years of progressive financial analysis experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas; experience with financial systems preferred but not required (E1/JDE, PeopleSoft Financials, Corrigo)
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy and ability to make effective decisions and solve problems
- Proven track record in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis within corporate finance or real estate environments
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting financial information to senior executives
- Detail-oriented approach with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certification demonstrating commitment to financial excellence
- Previous experience in commercial real estate, REIT operations, or real estate investment management
- Proficiency in advanced analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar business intelligence platforms
- Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting standards, particularly as they relate to real estate
- Experience with debt and equity financing structures, including construction loans, permanent financing, and joint venture arrangements
- Familiarity with property management systems and lease administration processes
- Project management experience with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and process improvements
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex financial modeling, pivot tables, and advanced formulas; experience with financial systems preferred but not required (E1/JDE, PeopleSoft Financials, Corrigo)
Benefits
- 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
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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