Manager/ Senior Manager, Finance

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.

Are you a qualified finance professional ready to drive financial excellence and business partnership ? Join JLL's Finance team as a Manager/Senior Manager and become a trusted financial advisor while ensuring robust accounting controls and compliance across our real estate operations.

What You'll Do:

Lead revenue recognition treatments across diverse scenarios and ensure compliance with accounting standards

Manage project costing frameworks and working capital optimization for the business

Serve as a strategic business partner, providing financial insights and addressing accounting queries

Oversee accounts receivable monitoring, including DSO calculations, retention tracking, write-offs, and credit note issuance

Maintain effective controls and compliance environment aligned with SOX certification requirements

Drive working capital management strategies for the business line

Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings

Execute account reconciliations, ledger close activities, and balance sheet reconciliations (unbilled, deferred revenue, vendor advances, AP)

Provide accurate financial data and analysis to support management decision-making

Develop and implement new processes for risk analysis and internal controls

Share best practices and drive initiatives across REMS finance stakeholders

What We're Looking For:

Qualified Chartered Accountant with 8+ years of progressive experience in revenue recognition, project costing, financial reporting, and statutory compliance

Prior experience in real estate/construction industry is advantageous but not mandatory

Proven track record managing small teams in a manager or team lead capacity

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and management accounting practices (US MNC experience preferred)

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to influence across all organizational levels, including senior leadership

Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and thorough knowledge of accounting principles

Process-oriented mindset with passion for standardization and consolidation of finance functions

Self-starter with strong work ethic, positive attitude, and "can do" approach

Ability to prioritize and deliver multiple projects efficiently under deadlines

Team player who promotes collaborative relationships across diverse, multicultural teams

• Culturally sensitive with ability to navigate different nationalities effectively

What JLL Can Offer You:

Recognition benefits

Corporate discounts and offers

'You' Days

Health & Wellbeing programs

Learning & Development platforms

Mentorship from industry-leading professionals

Paid time off for volunteer work

Premium offices

Enjoy all the complimentary barista beverages (hot or cold) of your choice

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 and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World's Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. 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.

Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ513951

Location:

On-site –Sydney, NSW

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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