Finance Director, Financial Management

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Finance Director M3 - Work Dynamics - JLL

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

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

200,000.00 – 250,000.00 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.

Location:

Remote –Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requir