Group Operations Lead - Controllership

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

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: 

• Apply accounting principles and internal controls to commercial real estate scenarios in a high-powered team environment.  

• Your work will directly impact SEC-reported results while supporting Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, critical audits and process improvements across global operations.  

• This position contributes to our OneFinance vision through financial stewardship and cross-functional collaboration to support business growth. 

• Leading a team of accounting professionals in a complex business environment. 

What your day-to-day will look like: 

• Review and analyze financial transactions, balances and client-level trial balances (if applicable) to maintain complete and accurate records 

• Lead month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all financial reporting deliverables 

• Manage and develop a small team of accounting associates, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and ensuring adherence to established processes and control 

• Ensure revenue recognition compliance with contract terms, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and U.S. GAAP (ASC 606)  

• Prepare and develop comprehensive Sarbanes-Oxley supporting workpapers that meet audit-ready standards and demonstrate strong internal controls 

• Lead transformational initiatives including process re-engineering, technology implementations and other strategic projects to drive operational excellence 

• Support external and internal audit processes by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries and coordinating team responses to audit requests 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting 

• Minimum 6 years of core accounting and/or auditing experience with demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and analysis 

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements with practical application experience 

• Team management or supervisory experience leading accounting professionals in a complex business environment 

• Working knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition standards with ability to apply to real estate service contracts 

• Experience with PeopleSoft financial reporting systems or similar enterprise-level accounting platforms 

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to identify issues and develop comprehensive solutions 

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel for complex financial modeling and analysis 

Preferred Qualifications 

• CPA certification (or equivalent) or actively working toward designation 

• Public accounting experience with exposure to real estate or professional services industries 

• Experience with contract interpretation and abstraction, including legal documents and service agreements 

• Previous experience in commercial real estate, property management or professional services environments 

• Background in process improvement or transformational finance initiatives 

• Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to communicate financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders 

• Experience supporting multiple audit processes and working with external audit firms 

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

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