JLL · 1 day ago
Controllership Associate
Belen, CRI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expJLL empowers you to shape a brighter way, and they are seeking a Controllership Associate to apply accounting principles and internal controls theory in a high-powered team environment. The role involves recording, analyzing, and reconciling financial transactions while ensuring the accuracy and completeness of reporting for commercial real estate clients.
CommercialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Record and review financial activity each month for an assigned portfolio of client contracts of varying size and complexity within the Americas Work Dynamics business
Prepare and assist with month-end close activities, including leading the generation and review of accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other critical financial activity
Analyze results and trends while reconciling balance sheet accounts to ensure our records are complete and accurate for external reporting purposes
Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition in compliance with contract terms, Sarbanes-Oxley rules, and U.S. GAAP (ASC 606) standards
Apply company financial policies and procedures while escalating inconsistencies, problems, and recommendations to management with proposed solutions
Read, interpret and abstract contracts, legal documents, and other agreements to support accurate financial recording and reporting
Actively participate in transformational initiatives, including process re-engineering, technology implementation and other ad hoc projects as applicable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA or working towards CPA designation preferred)
1-3 years of core accounting and/or auditing experience with demonstrated understanding of fundamental accounting principles
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements with ability to apply in practice
Strong business acumen evidenced through critical thinking and analytical skills in financial analysis
Detail-oriented approach with ability to think strategically and analytically in complex business scenarios
Exceptional ability to effectively communicate key financial issues to finance and business leadership
Analytical mindset with capacity to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while handling multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred
Public accounting experience, particularly with real estate or professional services clients
Experience with financial reporting systems and compilation of core financial statements for SEC registrants
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and PeopleSoft financial systems
Experience with contract interpretation and abstraction in commercial real estate or professional services environments
Background supporting internal and external audit processes with audit-ready documentation
Creative problem-solving abilities with capacity to identify key information from disparate sources and deliver actionable analysis
Strong interpersonal skills including diplomacy, consensus-building, and collaborative leadership in cross-functional settings
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-11-03Post Ipo Debt· $565.35M
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2019-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $46.5M
Leadership Team
Christian Ulbrich
Global Chief Executive Officer
Jones Lang LaSalle
Global CEO, Capital Markets and Member
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