Group Operations Lead - General Accounting

Job description

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.    Group Operations Lead – Property Accounting (AMER Region) Overview Lead and transform property accounting operations across the Americas region, driving operational excellence through strategic leadership, innovative solutions, and stakeholder partnership. This senior leadership role oversees comprehensive Finance & Accounting processes with accountability for delivering world-class service while building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operational Excellence • Direct end-to-end property accounting operations for the AMER region, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Financial Reporting • Deliver consistent operational excellence, ensuring Service Level Agreements are met or exceeded monthly • Drive adoption of emerging technologies, particularly Generative AI, to achieve world-class operational delivery • Champion standardization and continuous improvement initiatives through industry benchmarking and transformation programs • Key focus on sustaining Quality throughout from teams consistently • Drive data driven approach across the span, accountants to show ownership as a Controller for assigned property. Empower team to provide true insights to business team to drive value added conversations end to end, other words, act as trusted advisor to partner effectively with business teams • Financial Ownership and P&L Accountability - Assume direct responsibility for portfolio budgeting, including strategic capacity and headcount planning, and maintain clear accountability for achieving P&L objectives • Governance Framework Development - Develop, implement, and continuously enhance governance frameworks to ensure alignment with JLL’s internal controls and industry best practices, proactively adapting these frameworks to address evolving operational demands and regulatory requirements • Operational Benchmarking - Obtain and sustain deep expertise in operational processes; systematically identify and act on opportunities to drive efficiencies through process standardization, transformation, continuous improvement initiatives and benchmarking against leading practices in comparable industries   Team Leadership & Development • Lead, motivate, and develop large-scale property accounting teams across the AMER region • Establish clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance evaluations • Develop people on core JLL values across the hierarchy, drive winning culture across. • Build succession planning strategies and actively participate in recruitment and talent acquisition • Maintain attrition rates below industry benchmarks through effective engagement and development initiatives • Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of proactive ownership and &#34;First Time Right&#34; methodology Stakeholder Management & Business Partnership • Serve as the trusted advisor to business teams and clients across the AMER region • Build and maintain strategic stakeholder relationships to identify and resolve operational challenges. Liaise with Business teams, Onshore counterparts, Technology teams to design and implement best in class Operating model • Lead communication and engagement during service transitions and account onboarding. Exhibit One JLL, ONE Team approach always to mitigate/address risks  seamlessly • Proactively communicate success stories, achievements & strategic insights to senior leadership to facilitate informed decision-making Process Innovation & Risk Management • Challenge existing paradigms and develop innovative solutions, including automation initiatives • Identify optimization opportunities through data-driven insights and analytical tools • Ensure full compliance with internal and external audit requirements and control frameworks • Maintain working knowledge of Service Organization Controls Reporting (SOCR) guidelines • Anticipate risks and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies Change Management • Act as a change management ambassador, aligning initiatives with organizational objectives • Drive organizational strategy implementation through tactical and strategic approaches • Establish robust operational structures and define frameworks aligned with strategic vision   Sounds like you? To apply you need to be/have the qualifications below. Required Education & Experience • Qualified Accountant (CPA, CA, or equivalent) with 15&#43; years of relevant professional experience • Minimum 7 years in senior leadership roles within Finance & Accounting operations, leading E2E assignment independently • Deep subject matter expertise in property accounting, including Payables, Receivables, General Accounting, and Reporting</