Financial Analyst

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** 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:
** Join JLL's Work Dynamics as a Senior Financial Analyst, where you'll serve as a critical financial partner delivering exceptional analytical services to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. This role combines deep financial expertise with operational excellence, supporting strategic decision-making through comprehensive analysis, rigorous budgeting processes, and proactive financial oversight. As a key member of our finance team, you'll drive financial performance improvement initiatives while ensuring accurate reporting and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery.

This presents an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to accelerate their career while working directly with senior executives and managing complex financial challenges in the dynamic commercial real estate industry.
** What your day-to-day will look like:
**** Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
*** Lead monthly reporting process by compiling and delivering timely financial updates to senior stakeholders, streamlining current processes to ensure consistent communication flow
* Execute comprehensive month-end close activities, including review of month over month fluctuations, variance analysis, and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting
* Enhance divisional accountability by strengthening rigor around commentary requirements and follow-up actions from monthly close meetings
* Produce detailed monthly financial statements with comprehensive variance analysis to identify trends and support executive decision-making
** Growth Analysis & Performance Management
*** Monitor and analyze organic growth opportunities at the Division level, tracking closure progress and identifying optimization strategies
* Conduct in-depth sales and cost of sales analysis
* Perform detailed cost structure analysis with specific focus on headcount optimization and non-reimbursed cost management
* Develop performance improvement recommendations based on comprehensive data analysis and trend identification
** Budget, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
*** Develop comprehensive annual budgets and quarterly forecasts by analyzing operational history, incorporating strategic initiatives, and challenging divisional submissions for accuracy and completeness
* Provide centralized oversight of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis across all Work Dynamics platforms, addressing current cost management challenges through enhanced visibility and control
* Execute advanced trend analysis on revenue and cost patterns, identifying historical performance trends against plan and prior year results to inform future planning
* Enhance monthly forecasting accuracy through rigorous analytical processes and collaborative partnerships with operational teams
** Ad Hoc Analysis & Strategic Support
*** Prepare executive presentations and ad hoc financial analyses to support senior decision-maker needs and strategic initiatives

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
** Estimated compensation for this position:
** 80,000.00 –  USD per year
* This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.
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* Location:

** On-site –Chicago, ILIf this…