Senior Specialist - Controllership

Overview

Senior Specialist in Controllership at JLL, applying accounting principles and internal controls to commercial real estate Workplace Management and Project and Development Services client accounts.

What you'll do

• Record and review financial activity each month for an assigned portfolio of client contracts of varying size and complexity within the Americas Work Dynamics business.
• Prepare and assist with month-end close activities, including leading the generation and review of accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other critical financial activity.
• Analyze results and trends while reconciling balance sheet accounts to ensure records are complete and accurate for external reporting purposes.
• Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition in compliance with contract terms, Sarbanes-Oxley rules, and U.S. GAAP (ASC 606) standards.
• Apply company financial policies and procedures while escalating inconsistencies, problems, and recommendations to management with proposed solutions.
• Read, interpret and abstract contracts, legal documents, and other agreements to support accurate financial recording and reporting.
• Actively participate in transformational initiatives, including process re-engineering, technology implementation and other ad hoc projects as applicable.
• Help ensure completeness and accuracy of reporting, assist in the preparation of Sarbanes-Oxley supporting workpapers, support external and internal audits as required, and deliver year-end reporting.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 1-3 years of core accounting and/or auditing experience with demonstrated understanding of fundamental accounting principles.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements with ability to apply in practice.
• Strong business acumen evidenced through critical thinking and analytical skills in financial analysis.
• Detail-oriented approach with ability to think strategically and analytically in complex business scenarios.
• Exceptional ability to effectively communicate key financial issues to finance and business leadership.
• Analytical mindset with capacity to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice to have

• CPA or working towards CPA designation.
• Public accounting experience, particularly with real estate or professional services clients.
• Experience with financial reporting systems and compilation of core financial statements for SEC registrants.
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and PeopleSoft financial systems.
• Experience with contract interpretation and abstraction in commercial real estate or professional services environments.
• Background supporting internal and external audit processes with audit-ready documentation.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with capacity to identify key information from disparate sources and deliver actionable analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills including diplomacy, consensus-building, and collaborative leadership in cross-functional settings.

Details

• Location: On-site, Hyderabad, TS.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.