Finance Analyst

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.

We bring to life see a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way. JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.

**What this opportunity involves**:
We are seeking a Finance professional to join our team in Melbourne to be our next Finance Analyst. This is an exciting account, an well-established brand name with a national portfolio of property.

Reporting to the FP&A Manager, you will ensure the provision of timely and accurate property lease data in compliance with AASB16. You will also be involved in the analysis of the data to support stakeholders with their queries.

**What this role involves**:
Responsible for all CRE costs including revenue and expenditure leases, monthly outgoings, statutory charges, leasing, legal and consulting fees and any other CRE related costs
Responsible for CRE budget and forecasts, month end process, the maintenance and review of lease transactional data including categorisation, measurement and technical factors to ensure AASB16 numbers are reported accurately
Responsible for presenting month end results with the ability to explain to Finance and non-Finance stakeholders
Responsible for property lease analysis and configuration within the technology solution required for compliance with AASB16
Generate AASB16 reports and reconciliations required for both month end and year end reporting
Responsible for the calculation of discount rates and configuration within the technology solution
Generate and distribute month end journal entries, reports and reconciliations
Support stakeholders with queries and issues
Management of the team’s month end timetable and management of key offshore support teams
Generate financial reporting disclosures for both Group and stand-alone statutory accounts Support finance/ tax teams with any interim/ year end reporting requests
Responsible for preparation of holdover lease and option term papers due every reporting period

Tertiary education in Finance / Accounting or related discipline
Achievement or near completion of professional qualifications (CA or CPA) is essential
3+ years’ experience in budget preparation and forecasting in a complex commercial environment
Prior experience in property finance and/or AASB16 is highly desirable but not a pre-requisite
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex deliverables on a regular basis inclusive of month end
Sound written and oral communication skills, and the capacity to deal with ambiguity and complex problems
Possess a keen eye for detail
Experience in investigating financial reporting issues and problem-solving
Excellent interpersonal skills to manage diverse range of stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to prioritise work within tight / competing deadlines
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including sensitivity analysis and scenario modelling

**What you can expect from us**:
Great employee discounts off fitness & other renowned bands
Active Social Club
Well-being program
Paid time off for volunteer work
Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
Premium offices
Flexible/ Hybrid working

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.

About JLL
- We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know th