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 have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you are looking to apply your relevant experience to a current industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
The role: JLL is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Director to lead the commercial, financial, and governance performance of multiple client accounts within our Work Dynamics business.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will deliver strategic financial leadership, operational excellence, and trusted business partnership to both clients and JLL leadership teams.
As a key member of account leadership teams, you will drive commercial results, ensure rigorous financial governance, and foster continuous improvement across finance operations.
This role offers the opportunity to shape financial strategy, build high-performing teams, and deliver measurable value in a dynamic, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Leadership
Manage and maximize commercial results across multiple client accounts
Oversee Master Services Agreements, contract price variations, and contractual pricing adjustments
Drive account-wide operational efficiency and effectiveness as a member of account leadership teams
Manage savings commitments and ensure contract variations are accurately priced, documented, and approved
Own finance-related contract KPIs to minimize commercial impact
Financial Governance & Controls
Provide comprehensive financial services focused on quality, continuous improvement, governance, and best practice
Manage corporate month-end, forecasting, and budgeting processes with associated reporting
Oversee finance team operations, ensuring robust accounting controls, accurate reporting, and process excellence
Ensure data integrity across finance systems (JD Edwards) and operational platforms (CAAPs, Corrigo, etc.)
Meet all audit requirements and actively contribute to peer review processes across accounts
Client Relationship Management
Build and maintain trusted client finance relationships with a partnering approach
Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and client interfaces




Support achievement of all relevant KPIs and maintain client satisfaction above "Satisfactory" benchmarks
Contribute to positive annual client performance evaluations
Team Leadership & Development
Provide effective leadership and direction to JLL finance teams
Drive capability development and continuous improvement across month-end, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes
Oversee Shared Services teams to ensure efficient and accurate operations
Foster a collaborative team environment and actively contribute to problem-solving and innovation
Systems, Data & Transformation
Support systems implementation and operations to maximize account benefits
Advocate for AI adoption to drive finance team productivity efficiencies
Ensure seamless integration and data integrity across financial and operational systems
Think strategically and innovatively to solve complex problems
Risk & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with legislative requirements and client contractual obligations
Maintain strong financial and commercial governance frameworks
Manage audit readiness and regulatory compliance across all accounts
What You'll Bring
Professional Qualification: CA, CPA, or equivalent accounting qualification with a minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience
Financial Leadership: Extensive experience in financial management, commercial governance, and operational finance leadership within complex business environments
Contract Management: Demonstrated experience managing financial and commercial aspects of client contracts and service agreements
Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across client organizations, senior leadership teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with senior leaders to address complex commercial, operational, and strategic challenges
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting financial insights clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences
Execution: Capability to manage multiple complex deliverables simultaneously within fast-paced,



deadline-driven environments
Strategic Thinking: Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving capability with the ability to identify risks, opportunities, and process improvements
Team Leadership: Proven experience leading, developing, and managing high-performing finance teams within a matrixed environment
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and financial reporting tools; strong analytical and systems capability
Process Improvement: Experience driving automation, process improvement, and data-led financial reporting initiatives
Governance: Strong understanding of financial systems, governance frameworks, audit requirements, and internal controls
Benefits
Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned bands
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
Hybrid / flexible working
About us
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 see 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.
Location: On-site –Melbourne, VIC, Sydney, NSW
Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
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📌 Senior Finance Director (Sydney)
🏢 Jll
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