Client Finance Manager

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Job Description – Finance Manager

What this job involves

Lead a team of finance analysts in supporting the Account Director with account specific finance management, strategic financial decision making and risks mitigation.

This role requires comprehensive stakeholder management skills and the ability to interface with senior management.

Key responsibilities

Business Partnering and contact management

Be a trusted financial advisor to Account Director, providing data-driven insights to support and drive business decision making

Ensure compliance with deliverables outlined in the contract and support achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis of key financial performance indicators

Proactively identify any opportunities for process improvement and implement streamlined solutions

Financial Management & Control

Maintenance of comprehensive guidelines associated with the account payables and receivables processes

Oversee timely and accurate JLL invoice issuance process and monitor accounts receivable closely to maintain healthy cashflow management

Coordinate vendor payment schedules in strict adherence to JLL’s “Pay when Paid and Due” policy

Close coordination with operation team to regularly monitor and clearance of long aged open items such as PO, AP, GRNV etc

Maintain financial accounting and documentation standards that meet audit requirements

Reporting, Forecasting, Budgeting

Lead the month end closing processes to ensure complete and accurate revenue and costs capture

Investigate and resolve variances or accounting issues

Prepare and present month end reporting package(s) with meaningful variance analysis for internal stakeholders

Partner with Account Director to develop comprehensive annual budget and rolling forecast

Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local reporting standards and client contractual requirements

Adhoc scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the Finance Director – Singapore Lead.

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

Strong analytical mindset with good attention to detail

Excellent problem-solving abilities with data-driven approach

Effective stakeholder management and communication skills

Able to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations

Qualifications

University degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or relevant field (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Minimum 5-8 years of commercial finance and business partnering experience

Track record in managing complex stakeholder relationships and presentation to senior management

Team leadership experience is an added advantage

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.