Finance Director

What this job involves

As a Finance Director within JLL's Work Dynamics business line, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and strategic decision-making for our client finance operations. This senior leadership position combines deep financial expertise with business partnership acumen to support JLL's mission of shaping the future of real estate for a better world. You will oversee complex financial operations, lead high-performing teams, and provide critical insights that enable our clients to optimize their workplace strategies and real estate investments. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on both JLL's growth trajectory and our clients' success while working at the forefront of workplace transformation.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Lead comprehensive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for multiple client portfolios within the Work Dynamics business line
• Partner with senior leadership and client stakeholders to provide strategic financial guidance and business insights that drive decision-making
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial statements
• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and career development opportunities
• Analyze complex financial data and market trends to identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement across client accounts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Technology, and Client Services to support business growth initiatives and operational excellence
• Present financial performance updates and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and key client stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA strongly preferred
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive finance experience with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role managing teams
• Proven expertise in financial planning & analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in a corporate or client services environment
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial controls, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools including ERP platforms, advanced Excel modeling, and business intelligence software
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with a track record of developing high-performing finance teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse stakeholder audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial real estate, facilities management, or professional services industry
• Knowledge of Work Dynamics, workplace strategy, or corporate real estate services
• Experience with client-facing finance roles and managing multiple client relationships simultaneously
• Familiarity with project finance, lease accounting, and real estate financial modeling
• Experience with financial system implementations and process improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities