Job Description

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.



Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.



JLL is currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Staff Accountant to provide reliable, timely, efficient support to our finance and accounting team in Toronto or Montreal. You will work with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization, and the be relied upon to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment.

Staff Accountants provide a wide variety of support services to the brokerage team and requires being detail oriented with strong organizational skills and a team player attitude. There is flexibility to work from home most of the week and requires being in office one day per week.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Perform month-end and year-end close activities, from balance sheet and account reconciliations to financial statement preparation

Assist with preparation of monthly financial package in order to finalize reporting within the proper time frame for review

Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals and allocations

Assist with Budgets and Forecasts as needed

Assist with various functions within the finance department as assigned by Finance Manager (i.e. tax support, audit support, expense analysis, etc.)

Special projects and any other reasonable duties and responsibilities assigned

WHAT YOU BRING:

Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance - CPA, CGA, CMA would be an asset

2+ years of experience in a similar capacity

Real estate industry experience is an asset

Advanced working knowledge of Excel

Experience with PeopleSoft would be an asset

Strong organizational and time management skills

Detail oriented with strong analytical skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Positive, professional attitude and works well in a team environment

Able to work well independently with an ability to work collaboratively with others

Proactive and takes initiative

Able to maintain confidentiality, utilize judgement, and work with minimal supervision

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Join an industry leader and shape the future of commercial real estate

Deep investment in cutting-edge technology to power your work

Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan

A supportive, caring and diverse work environment designed for your growth and well-being



JLL est a la recherche d'un(e) professionnel(le) dynamique pour rejoindre notre equipe finances et comptabilite a Toronto ou Montreal. Dans ce role strategique, vous apporterez un soutien fiable, reactif et efficace a notre departement financier tout en collaborant avec diverses parties prenantes a tous les niveaux organisationnels. Votre talent pour planifier, prioriser et organiser une charge de travail variee dans un environnement evolutif sera essentiel. Notre comptable ideal(e) possede une excellente minutie, des competences superieures en organisation et un veritable esprit d'equipe pour fournir un large spectre de services a notre equipe de courtage. Nous proposons une formule de travail flexible avec teletravail possible la majeure partie de la semaine et une presence au bureau requise seulement une journee hebdomadaire.

CE QUE VOUS FEREZ:

Effectuer les activites de cloture de fin de mois et de fin d'exercice, des rapprochements du bilan et des comptes jusqu'a la preparation des etats financiers

Aider a la preparation du dossier financier mensuel afin de finaliser les rapports dans les delais requis pour examen

Preparer les ecritures de journal, les charges a payer et les repartitions mensuelles

Aider a etablir les budgets et les previsions au besoin

Aider a diverses fonctions au sein du service des finances selon les directives du gestionnaire des finances (p. ex., soutien fiscal, soutien a l'audit, analyse des depenses, etc.)

Projets speciaux et toutes autres fonctions et responsabilites raisonnables assignees

CE QUE VOUS APPORTEZ:

Baccalaureat en comptabilite ou en finances - CPA, CGA, CMA serait un atout

Plus de deux ans d'experience dans un poste similaire

L'experience dans le secteur immobilier constitue un atout

Connaissance pratique approfondie d'Excel

Une experience avec PeopleSoft constituerait un atout

Solides competences en organisation et en gestion du temps

Soucieux du detail avec de solides competences analytiques

Bonnes competences en communication verbale et ecrite

Excellentes habiletes interpersonnelles et competences en service a la clientele

Attitude positive et professionnelle et capacite a bien travailler en equipe

Capable de bien travailler de facon autonome tout en ayant la capacite de collaborer efficacement avec les autres

Proactif et fait preuve d'initiative

Capable de preserver la confidentialite, de faire preuve de jugement et de travailler avec un minimum de supervision

QU'EST-CE QUE CELA VOUS APPORTE:

Joignez-vous a un chef de file de l'industrie et faconnez l'avenir de l'immobilier commercial

Investissement important dans la technologie de pointe pour propulser votre travail

Regime d'avantages sociaux exhaustif et concurrentiel

Un milieu de travail bienveillant, inclusif et diversifie concu pour votre epanouissement et votre bien-etre



Interactions orales et/ou ecrites avec des locataires ou partenaires externes bases a l'exterieur du Quebec (par exemple, fournisseurs de services, cabinets d'avocats, pairs, banquiers, firmes de courtage, firmes d'analyse de credit, agences de credits, clientele non-francophone, etc.)

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!



Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:



JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.



About JLL -



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 102,000 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.