Manager, Controllership

at Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

About JLL
We're JLL-a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 92,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. JLL is a place where everyone can grow no matter how they identify or what background they bring with them. If you're a leader of any level or experience and this job description resonates with you, let's talk.
What this job involves
In a high-powered team environment, the successful candidate will apply accounting principles and internal controls theory to real-world scenarios involving our commercial real estate Workplace Management and Project and Development Services clients. This professional will learn our current US processes with a consistently-applied challenging mindset, enabling him or her to identify and remediate inefficiencies and inconsistencies. We are searching for a manager to lead a team of four accounting associates who can implement processes and controls developed in the US. Routine duties will include analyzing financial transactions and balances and client-level trial balances. Additionally, this person will help ensure completeness and accuracy of our reporting; assist in the preparation and development of best-in-class Sarbanes-Oxley supporting workpapers; support external and internal audits as required; deliver the year-end reporting with no surprises; and assist across a variety of client-centric business related activities. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of ASC 606 and a strong foundation in internal controls over financial reporting.
Job Responsibilities
Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company; escalate inconsistencies, problems, and recommendations to the attention of management along with proposed solutions
Review financial activity each month for an assigned portfolio of client contracts of varying size and complexity within the Americas Work Dynamics Team
Analyze results and trends, and review balance sheet account reconciliations, to ensure our records are complete and accurate
Lead a team through month-end close activities
Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition in compliance with contract terms, Sarbanes-Oxley rules, and U.S. GAAP (ASC 606)
Lead transformational initiatives, including process re-engineering, technology implementation and other ad hoc projects as applicable
Support the timely and successful completion of various audits
Read, interpret and abstract contracts, legal documents, and other agreements

Functional Competencies
Solid understanding of US GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley requirements
Strong business acumen, as evidenced through critical thinking and analytical skills
Exceptional ability to effectively communicate key issues to finance and business leadership
Expert in Microsoft Office a distinct plus
Peoplesoft experience a plus

Interpersonal Competencies
Willing to challenge the status quo to ensure we are... For full info follow application link.

JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce.  JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.  The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.