Senior Financial Analyst

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Senior Financial Analyst - JLL

Location :

Chicago, IL - onsite 3 days a week

What this job involves :

Join JLL's Global Leasing Advisory Financial Planning & Analysis team as a Senior Financial Analyst in Chicago, where you'll play a critical role in driving financial excellence across our global operations. This position offers the perfect blend of strategic financial planning and hands-on analysis, supporting our Leasing and Advisory & Consulting business lines worldwide.

You'll collaborate with finance teams across multiple countries while working in a flexible hybrid environment that values work-life balance. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact on JLL's global financial performance while advancing your career with a world-leading real estate services firm.

What your day-to-day will look like :

Coordinate and facilitate global budgeting, 3-year planning, and forecasting processes while continuously enhancing and streamlining these critical financial workflows

Develop and manage comprehensive monthly and quarterly dashboard reporting, providing consolidation and strategic analysis of country and global financial performance including trend analysis and variance reporting

Serve as a key liaison between Global FP&A, Country Global Leasing Advisory Finance teams, and Corporate Functions Finance teams to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment

Drive improvements in reporting, analytics, and dashboards to support executive decision-making and implement finance best practices across the organization

Execute high-visibility special projects focused on operational efficiency, long-range financial planning, and standardization across Global Leasing Advisory reporting

Ensure harmonization and data integrity across ERP, budgeting, and global consolidation systems

• Facilitate strategic alignment initiatives for Global Leasing Advisory, including system infrastructure development and management reporting build-out

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

3-5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience, preferably in a global professional services firm or similar complex environment

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with demonstrated ability to manipulate large data sets and create executive-level presentations

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail while maintaining big-picture perspective

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high comfort level presenting to and interacting with executive-level professionals

Proven ability to work independently as a self-starter while excelling in fast-paced, customer service-oriented environments

Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple tasks and priorities

Preferred Qualifications :

MBA and / or CPA certification highly valued

Experience with finance and business intelligence technology including Oracle EPBCS, OneStream, PAX, Tableau, or similar platforms

Previous exposure to global financial consolidation processes and multi-currency reporting

Knowledge of real estate or professional services industry financial metrics and KPIs

Experience with financial system implementations or process improvement initiatives

Strong project management capabilities with track record of successful cross-functional collaboration

International business experience or familiarity with global finance operations

Estimated compensation for this position :

91,600.00 - 112,200.00 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.

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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

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