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Senior Financial Analyst – JLL

Chicago, IL - (Hybrid)

What this job involves: Join JLL's client-dedicated team as a Senior Financial Analyst supporting two high-profile accounts in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this strategic role, you'll own comprehensive FP&A activities while serving as a trusted financial advisor to operations leadership across three dynamic sites. You'll drive critical financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes that directly impact client satisfaction and business performance. This position offers the opportunity to influence tactical and strategic decisions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and implement best-in-class financial practices that support JLL's commitment to operational excellence.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Own and deliver monthly cost reporting packages to clients, providing clear analysis of JLL's forecasted position versus budget for the current year

• Track and maintain finance dashboards daily, reporting key metrics and insights to operations teams as business needs arise

• Support service change request tracking and collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-savings and process improvement initiatives

• Conduct detailed forecast analysis including Budget-versus-Actual and Forecast-versus-Actual spending comparisons while working with budget owners to build and maintain accurate financial projections

• Serve as primary liaison between finance and operations teams to ensure consistent, accurate cost reporting and seamless communication across all stakeholder groups

• Complete regular and ad-hoc reporting including formal presentations, charts, and analytical documents while supporting automation initiatives that preserve data integrity

• Assist with revenue recognition, fee calculations, and timely billing in accordance with Master Service Agreements while supporting various accounting-related activities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, with Finance or Accounting focus strongly preferred

• 3-5 years of relevant financial analysis experience in corporate or professional services environment

• Advanced Excel skills with demonstrated ability to build complex financial models and perform detailed data analysis

• Proven financial competency at detailed operational level with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership using PowerPoint or Google Slides

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multiple organizational levels and functional areas

• High attention to detail and accuracy with proven track record of making effective decisions under pressure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial real estate, facilities management, or professional services industry

• Knowledge of FP&A best practices and experience with financial reporting automation tools

• Familiarity with service change request processes and contract management principles

• Experience with budget planning and forecasting in client-facing roles

• Strong customer service orientation with demonstrated interpersonal sensitivity

• Project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives

• Advanced proficiency in financial reporting software and business intelligence tools

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

90,000.00 – 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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