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JLL

Financial Analyst

JLL, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join the National Retail Property Management Finance team in Chicago. Our ideal candidate will bring attention to detail, core accounting skills, curiosity, and a research mindset. We are looking for a collaborative self-starter who excels in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment. This is a deadline-driven position that will focus on accounts receivable, expenses, and property portfolio data and setup.

This team member will interact daily with the retail property management business and client accounting group to improve the accounts receivable process, ensure accurate reporting data in the portfolio, and provide commentary on expenses. This includes reviewing the general ledger, researching cash receipts, handling ad-hoc requests from the business, and managing multiple deadlines throughout the month. If you are a team player whose strengths include organization, curiosity, and adaptability, then this role may be for you.

Responsibilities:

Collaborative Retail PM Finance team member and business partnerEnsure accounts receivable objectives and metrics are met, and oversee maintenance and research on AR over 30 days past dueCoordinate with the business operations and internal client accounting to resolve invoicing and other issuesMaintain property data workbook, including new setups and portfolio changesAssist in monthly close process, ensuring all financial details are recorded properly in the correct period and all required control processes are followedAssist in monthly and ad-hoc reporting for local leadershipSupport variance analysis for month-end close, which could include supporting consolidating ME commentary, revenue schedules, labor reports, and expense reviewAssist in producing timely and accurate monthly financial statements and provide variance analysis on information which could include supporting revenue schedules, labor reports, and expense reviewAssist in accounts payable process as needed, including setting up speedcharts as needed and ensuring accuracy and compliance with corporate guidelinesAssist in the creation of the annual financial plan and quarterly forecastsSpecial projects and other functions as required by managerQualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceStrong attention to detail with the ability to understand the big pictureFlexible and adaptable to tasks assignedAble to work with a variety of customers, including sales professionals, business leadership, and client accountingSelf-starter with the ability to excel in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (including vlookups, pivot tables, etc)Prior PeopleSoft and/or real estate experience is a plus

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