JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.
We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.
JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.
What this opportunity involves:
As a Finance Manager at JLL, you'll serve as a strategic finance business partner to our Property Managers, overseeing comprehensive financial operations and reporting across a diverse portfolio of commercial assets. This role combines technical accounting leadership with relationship management, requiring you to maintain rigorous compliance with Trust Accounting and Property Accounting policies while ensuring seamless information flow between clients, property teams, and external stakeholders. You'll take ownership of month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and annual budget preparation, while also leading knowledge-sharing initiatives through monthly finance training sessions. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees — and this position plays a vital role in supporting that mission through accurate, timely financial stewardship. You'll manage complex accounting activities including incentive amortizations, IFRS rent smoothing, tenant outgoing reconciliations, and GST reporting, all while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and client service. We believe the most effective teams are built when everyone is empowered to thrive, and in this role you'll have the opportunity to mentor finance team members, lead portfolio reviews, and drive continuous improvement across financial processes. We embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career, offering exposure to sophisticated property portfolios and the chance to contribute meaningfully to both client success and strategic decision-making.
An overview of the role: Partner closely with JLL Property Managers and Client Directors as their key finance business partner, delivering comprehensive monthly financial reports, leading team reviews,
and providing strategic insights that drive informed decision-making across an assigned portfolio of assets and clients
Prepare and process journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, incentive amortization journals, and IFRS rent smoothing reporting in accordance with client-specific requirements, while performing annual tenant outgoing recovery reconciliations and coordinating effectively with outgoing auditors
Lead the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, contributing analytical insights that help shape property performance strategies and assist Client Directors with portfolio arrears reporting and other strategic financial analyses
Manage GST reconciliations, monthly management fees, client remittances, and review all purchase orders over three months for validity, ensuring accurate and timely processing across all financial operations
Lead and facilitate monthly finance training sessions, transition new properties into the portfolio, manage cease management processes, and ensure strict adherence to JLL's internal compliance processes including preparation of six-monthly internal audit checklists and coordination with clients regarding annual audits
Sounds like you? This is what we are looking for: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum 5-7 years of property accounting or trust accounting experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities in commercial real estate
Strong understanding of Trust Accounting and Property Accounting principles, policies, and regulatory requirements
Proven experience managing financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and complex journal entries across multiple properties
Solid knowledge of GST compliance, reporting requirements, and IFRS rent smoothing principles
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor finance team members, with experience conducting training sessions or knowledge-sharing initiatives
Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to leverage technology for process improvement
Excellent attention to detail with a proven track record of maintaining accuracy in high-volume, deadline-driven environments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams, with clients, and with senior stakeholders
CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification (preferred)
Experience coordinating internal and external audits, with strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and audit processes (preferred)
Benefits:
Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands
18 weeks paid maternity leave
Private Health Insurance Discounts
Active Social Club
Employee assistant program
Novated Lease for EV cars
Paid time off for volunteer work
Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
Premium offices
What you can expect from us:
You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.
As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal chance regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ524828
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
📌 Finance Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Jll
📍 Sydney