Global Finance Business Analyst

at  CRAJLL Costa Rica

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 98,000 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.
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!

The Senior Financial Analyst supports business analysis and metrics within JLL’s clients in a collaborative team environment. A clear communicator both verbal and written, organized with effective time management skills, demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt, with the highest standards of behavior, collaborative manner and work ethic. We support business leaders with financial reporting, strategic decision making, forecasting and analysis. .

• Complete and support regular and ad-hoc financial reporting including informal and formal internal and documents, reports, graphs, charts and presentations.
• Support team’s efforts to develop efficient global financial reporting strategies including automation and simplification of reporting processes while preserving data integrity
• Organize and maintain global team data collection, reporting and communication.
• Consolidate and support global financial Key Performance Indicator (KPI) measurement and reporting
• Participate in the development and distribution of best practices, process documentation, and user support materials for reporting.
• Monthly & quarterly global financial consolidation and reporting
• Day to day reporting and forecasting activities
• Maintain and enhance reporting
• Identify tactical and strategic opportunities, gaps and financial risks
• Detailed forecast analysis including Budget versus Actual spending and Forecast verses Actual spending, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Annual and semi-annual budget planning preparation and development
• Assist leaders in researching and identifying budget corrections and work with others to implement change
• Forecast accuracy reporting
• Other finance duties and tasks assigned.
• Special projects and other functions as required by manager

Sound like you? To apply you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5+ years relevant experience
• CPA or CMA a plus
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Understanding and experience with accruals
• JD Edward and PeopleSoft accounting system experience a plus
• Demonstrated financial competency at a detailed level of operation
• Ability to collaborate across many levels
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy and ability to make effective decisions and solve problems
• Strong organization, analytical, and coordination skills
• Self-motivated with ability to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines in a remote environment
• Advanced oral and written communication skills (across many levels levels)
• Excellent level of customer service and business partnering skills
• Flexible and adaptable to tasks assigned

Please refer the Job description for details