Manager-Reporting COE

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.    Manager – Financial Analysis   Job Description JLL is seeking a Manager – Financial Analysis to serve as the primary finance contact for the Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team and central reporting coordinator to our Foundational Technology Finance team. JLL’s Foundational IT (FIT) organization provides enterprise technologies that enhance the productivity and happiness of JLL employees. Under the oversight of the Finance Director, this role will integrate inputs from across the Foundational towers, ensure consistency across reporting materials, and deliver executive-ready reports and presentations. In their capacity as finance support for the GRC team, this role will own deep diving into financial data to answer key questions that inform the business. In addition, they oversee annual budgeting, planning, performance benchmarking, strategic analytics, and reporting to JLLT Finance leadership. The position also requires exceptional coordination across global teams (US, EMEA, and APAC) and strong communication.   Job Responsibilities Central Reporting & Consolidation • Support and deliver the consolidated monthly management reporting spreadsheet for Foundational Finance • Integrate financial inputs from all FIT Towers, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment across reporting materials • Develop and maintain executive-ready memos and presentations, including Monthly Financial Review (MFR) documents and Budget decks • Manage the reporting calendar and coordinate deliverable timelines across US, EMEA, and India teams during monthly close periods • Establish reporting templates across the team, e.g. rolling forecast, budget, etc. Financial Analysis & Insights • Prepare comprehensive variance analyses with commentary and actionable insights for executive leadership • Stress test financial forecasts and annual budgets through analytical rigor and data synthesis • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through detailed financial and operational data analysis • Partner with stakeholders within FIT on Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) and Management-level spend (T&E, training, etc.) • Participate in central reporting for ad hoc advanced financial analysis projects, including multi-year trend analysis, benchmarking studies, and cost structure optimization initiatives Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration • Collaborate in cross-functional reporting initiatives with FP&A, Regional Finance teams, and business unit partners to streamline processes and improve reporting efficiency • Serve as a liaison between FIT Towers and the central finance team for all reporting matters • Participate in knowledge sharing and process improvement initiatives across the team • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables Process Management & Automation • Document and maintain reporting process workflows, user guides / instruction sheets, and support materials • Execute and enhance established finance automation workflows to improve efficiency • Serve as the team’s PowerBI expert, and build/manage semantic models • Maintain and optimize existing reporting templates, KPIs, and dashboards • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for reporting tools and methodologies   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field • Minimum 10-14 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, consolidation, or management reporting • Proven track record of managing consolidated reporting processes across multiple business units or regions Key Skills: • Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to executive audiences • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data manipulation) and PowerPoint (executive presentation development) • Project management capabilities: ability to manage reporting calendars, coordinate cross-functional deliverables, and meet tight deadlines • Strong analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail • Stakeholder management expertise: ability to influence, collaborate, and build relationships across all organizational levels Technical Competencies: • Proficiency in Finance or Dashboard system applications (e.g., Oracle EPM, PAX, OneStream, PeopleSoft, PowerBI, Tableau) • Experience developing executive-level financial spreadsheets, memos and presentations • Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis methodologies Work Style & Attributes: • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities • Comfortable working across time zones with global teams (U