Finance Manager in London

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The Client Finance Manager is a senior leadership role, with oversight of client accounts, one or more depending on client requirement. This role will have direct responsibility for leading the finance team. The Client Finance Manager is the financial liaison between the JLL Operational Team and the Client. Responsible for the implementation and execution of accounting processes and programs designed to ensure the appropriate level of accuracy, tracking and control over the operating expenses and capital expenditures of the client account. They are also responsible for accounting compliance, and all JLL Corporate finance deliverables for the client account including budgeting, forecasting and monthly variance analysis.

What your day-to-day would look like:

• Strategic Direction & Management: Provide clear direction and strategic financial advice to the JLL team working on the Client. Liaise and support the Client's primary financial managers/units. Ensure the team is structured to maintain & exceed the client's financial expectations. Develop and maintain all relevant policies and procedures with respect to all financial & support services associated with the Client.
• Relationship Management: Be proactive in developing and managing client/business unit relationships ensuring that the expected service levels are achieved across the region. Encourage an environment that supports teamwork, financial transparency, co-operation & performance excellence across the region. Manage and coach the team to ensure high staff morale, trust, work ethics, clear goals and performance reviews. Develop Performance and succession plans for all roles in the JLL client finance team.
• Budgeting and Reporting - both Corporate and Client: Support and coordinate the activities of the finance team across EMEA: Information, Report production, Financial Administration. Ensure that accurate and timely financial information is provided to all members of the management team. Production of annual budgets in conjunction with JLL team and client finance team. Understand the Client's accounting structure and system. Develop, maintain & deliver in a timely manner, the Client's approved financial reports across the region. Coordinate and track the cost savings initiatives for the region.
• Data Management, Policies & Procedures & Audit: Ensure data integrity of the systems across the region and audit data from time to time. Ensure that appropriate process, systems controls, and controls are in place and maintained to guarantee the integrity of all transactions. Ensure that all financial accounting and reporting is audit worthy and in keeping with recognised quality management processes. Ensure all finance staff are well trained on the financial systems & are effectively able to extract data.
• JLL Reporting: Balance Sheet and P&L reporting. Own reporting on profitability of the client account, including variance analysis and commentary. Ensure data integrity of the balance sheet. Ensure accurate and timely cash flow completion. Manage and optimise the efficiency and effectiveness of finance processes. Ensure robust financial controls in place including Cash Reconciliations, all Balance sheet reconciliations & compliance with SOX reporting. Production of annual budgets in conjunction with JLL team and client finance team. Ensure data integrity of the balance sheet for both the client and Corporate. Ensure accurate and timely cash flow completion.
• Invoice Payment & Processing: Ensure the management of: Payment of all operating invoices in a timely manner. Ensure the timely processing of the JLL invoices, including monitoring the Clients receivable.

Every day is different, and in all these activities, we'd encourage you to show your ingenuity.

Desired skills and experience for this job:

• Customer service orientation essential
• Previous EMEA or international experience essential
• 3-5 years' experience in a similar position (working with international teams and clients)
• University degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics or equivalent and Qualified Member of Professional Accounting Association (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Experience in managing team over 2-5 people
• Strong leadership skills working with a dynamic team directly and by influencing indirectly stakeholders
• Motivated, positive and flexible in approach to work and able to develop others in such an approach
• Demonstrated financial competency at both a strategic & detailed level of operation
• Decision maker - motivated by & objectives focused
• Demonstrated competency in planning & management
• Self-supporting; diligent; can deliver to tight deadlines
• Excellent PC skills, proficient in Office tools, especially Microsoft Outlook Word & Excel

What you can expect from us:

You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together - across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, well-being, benefits and pay. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sights and imagine where JLL can take you...