JLL · 3 days ago
Senior Financial Analyst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expJLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will support high-profile accounts by driving financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes, acting as a trusted advisor to operations leadership.
CommercialReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
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
Company
JLL
We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.
10001+ employees
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
John Gates
CEO, Leasing Advisory, Americas
Recent News
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2025-12-29
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