Assistant Manager - Financial Services

About the Role:

We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager of Financial Services to support one of our client teams. This role works directly with the Finance Manager to deliver core business analysis and metrics for the account. The Assistant Manager will help with month-end reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting for the Client, Account Management team and JLL Corporate Finance Team. If you are a clear communicator, detail-oriented, organized with effective time management skills, and demonstrate a willingness to learn with a strong work ethic, this role is for you.

What this job involves:

• Support the Finance Manager with monthly and year-end close activities, helping ensure integrity and accuracy of reported results and reconciliation with client billing
• Assist in reviewing monthly deliverables for accuracy and adherence to agreed timescales
• Flag potential risks to the Client Finance Lead during preparation of monthly deliverables
• Help gather data and prepare materials for annual budget planning, rolling forecast and submission
• Assist with month-end preparation including GL review and journals/accruals monitoring
• Support collaboration across diverse functions (Finance, Operations, Business Heads, Facility Managers, etc.)
• Help prepare monthly reporting compliance packages including variance analysis, supporting schedules, and forward-looking commentary inclusive of risks and opportunities to contractual budget.
• Ensure compliance with client contract terms, including MSA and relevant amendments, under Manager supervision
• Develop understanding of client and corporate financial requirements
• Support the revenue recognition process accuracy and compliance with contract terms
• Assist in accounts receivable management and follow up on AR over 30 days past due
• Help monitor cash management procedures for accounts receivable/payable
• Participate in maintaining robust internal control systems to safeguard the organizations financial assets; other internal controls-related programs (zero leaks, account reviews, FRMC findings, etc).
• Assist with documentation of policies and procedures
• Support financial analysis and planning activities including annual/periodic budget & forecast preparation, P&L monitoring, receivables tracking, and quarterly revenue attestation focusing towards both Corporate (JLL) and Account (Client level).
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc analysis as required
• Work toward developing comprehensive understanding of finance systems and processes
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related field (Finance, Accounting, Economics, etc.)
• Professional certification progress (working toward CPA or CA) preferred
• 4-6 years related experience, preferably in a large company environment
• Basic knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong project & time management skills with willingness to learn and adapt
• Developing leadership skills with ability to collaborate effectively
• Experience using financial technology tools to enhance productivity
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools (Excel, financial planning software) and familiarity with ERP systems
• Analytical skills to examine financial data, identify patterns, and support insights
• Team-oriented attitude with ability to work under tight deadlines
• Problem-solving skills to help address internal customers’ needs
• Self-starter mentality with attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Accuracy and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)