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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

As a Senior Financial Analyst at JLL, you will work onsite with our client to oversee the finance full cycle for real estate and facilities capital projects. In this dynamic contractor role, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on budget planning, forecasting, and project cost management to help support strategic decision-making and drive project outcomes. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way—your expertise will guide high-impact initiatives and enable our client to execute their real estate vision efficiently and effectively. We embrace innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career as you build relationships and deliver financial insights that fuel business success.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Analyze, track, and report the financial performance of capital projects, supporting large real estate and facilities portfolios
• Prepare detailed budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to inform client and project leadership decisions
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities specific to project accounting and capital expenditure
• Collaborate closely with project managers, facilities leads, and client stakeholders for accurate financial data capture and reporting
• Identify risks and opportunities in project finances, recommend solutions, and proactively support compliance and regulatory requirements
• Develop and present clear financial reports and dashboards tailored to internal and client audiences
• Support ongoing process improvements, leveraging new tools and methods to streamline workflows—reflecting our culture of collaboration and innovation
• Foster a team environment where wellbeing is supported and inclusivity is championed across interactions
• Guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and contributing to a learning culture that empowers everyone to thrive

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in financial analysis, with a focus on capital projects or real estate portfolios
• Advanced proficiency with financial systems and Excel, including complex financial modeling and data analysis
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, and full-cycle accounting processes for project delivery
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial information
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with a demonstrated commitment to accuracy
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, meeting deadlines under tight timelines
• Knowledge of relevant compliance and regulatory guidelines for capital project accounting

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or CPA/CFA designation
• Experience in large-scale real estate, facilities management, or capital project environments
• Familiarity with JLL, Lendlease, or similar real estate service providers on client site operations
• Proficiency with Power BI, Tableau, or other financial visualization/reporting tools
• Previous exposure to automated financial systems and tech-enabled workflow improvements
• Track record of driving process innovation and continuous improvement within project finance
• Understanding of real estate market trends and their financial impacts
• Ability to build and nurture stakeholder relationships—locally and globally
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing wellbeing, diversity, and an empowered workplace culture

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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