Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager

About the role

JLL is hiring a Finance Manager or Senior Finance Manager for its REMS Controllership team, which covers the finance controllership of one of its high-growth businesses. The role performs accounting functions including month-end closing, audit support, revenue recognition, project costing, general ledger, accounts payable and receivable and inter-company transactions. It is an individual contributor position based on-site in Sydney.

Key responsibilities

• Perform accounting functions including month-end closing, audit, business support, revenue recognition, project costing, POCM, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and inter-company transactions.
• Assess contracts and lead revenue recognition treatments across diverse scenarios, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Control project costing and working capital for the PDS business.
• Advise stakeholders, including business finance, on financial matters and accounting queries.
• Oversee AR monitoring and controls, including DSO calculation, write-offs and credit notes.
• Manage ledger close, flux analysis, journal adjustment review and approval, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage internal and external audits, including SOX audits, and maintain an effective control and compliance environment.
• Develop and recommend risk analysis processes and streamline finance processes.

Required profile

• Qualified Chartered Accountant with at least 8 years of experience in revenue recognition, project costing, financial reporting, accounting and statutory compliance.
• Prior experience in the real estate or construction industry is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Experience managing a small team of 3-5 people in a manager or team lead role is ideal.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to interact with senior leaders and work collaboratively across cultures.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Practical experience applying revenue recognition methods.
• Advanced MS Excel functions.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and US MNC management accounting is an advantage.