Controllership Specialist

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the completion of statutory audits for JLL entities in the EMEA region
• Collaborate with Grant Thornton, our statutory auditors, to facilitate smooth audit processes
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS
• Liaise with local finance teams to gather and validate financial data for reporting and audit purposes
• Perform accounting research and analysis to support decision-making processes and audit inquiries
• Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures related to statutory audits
• Prepare audit documentation and respond to auditor queries in a timely manner
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in statutory audit processes
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements across EMEA, assessing their impact on JLL entities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure consistency in financial reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 4-5 years of commercial experience in accounting or finance roles
• Experience with Big 4 accounting firms preferred
• Experience in conducting or supporting statutory audits
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and familiarity with local GAAP in EMEA countries
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel would be a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of data
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a global team

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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