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What this job involves: Join JLL's Work Dynamics as a Senior Financial Analyst, where you'll serve as a critical financial partner delivering exceptional analytical services to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. This role combines deep financial expertise with operational excellence, supporting strategic decision-making through comprehensive analysis, rigorous budgeting processes, and proactive financial oversight. As a key member of our finance team, you'll drive financial performance improvement initiatives while ensuring accurate reporting and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery. This presents an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to accelerate their career while working directly with senior executives and managing complex financial challenges in the dynamic commercial real estate industry.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
Lead monthly reporting process by compiling and delivering timely financial updates to senior stakeholders, streamlining current processes to ensure consistent communication flow
Execute comprehensive month-end close activities, including review of month over month fluctuations, variance analysis, and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting
Enhance divisional accountability by strengthening rigor around commentary requirements and follow-up actions from monthly close meetings
Produce detailed monthly financial statements with comprehensive variance analysis to identify trends and support executive decision-making
Growth Analysis & Performance Management
Monitor and analyze organic growth opportunities at the Division level, tracking closure progress and identifying optimization strategies
Conduct in-depth sales and cost of sales analysis
Perform detailed cost structure analysis with specific focus on headcount optimization and non-reimbursed cost management
Develop performance improvement recommendations based on comprehensive data analysis and trend identification
Budget, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
Develop comprehensive annual budgets and quarterly forecasts by analyzing operational history, incorporating strategic initiatives, and challenging divisional submissions for accuracy and completeness
Provide centralized oversight of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis across all Work Dynamics platforms, addressing current cost management challenges through enhanced visibility and control
Execute advanced trend analysis on revenue and cost patterns, identifying historical performance trends against plan and prior year results to inform future planning
Enhance monthly forecasting accuracy through rigorous analytical processes and collaborative partnerships with operational teams
Ad Hoc Analysis & Strategic Support
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated compensation for this position:
80,000.00 – 100,000.00 USD per year
This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
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
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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