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Job Description – Assistant Finance Manager
Summary
As a business partner to Account Director, you will provide strategic finance support by delivering insightful financial analysis and operational improvement across client accounts.
Key responsibilities:
Business Partnering
· Be the trusted financial advisor to Account Director, providing data-driven insights to support decision making
· Collaborate with various stakeholders including operation teams, shared service centres and third party service providers
· Identify financial risks and opportunities through analysis of performance indicators
· Develop understanding of client accounts to propose initiatives that enhance financial performance
· Propose and implement process improvements to optimise efficiency and effectiveness
Financial Management & Control
· Manage vendor payments and monthly billing in compliance with JLL policies and guidelines
· Monitor accounts receivables to optimise cash flow
· Ensure robust documentation that meet audit requirements and maintain integrity of all financial transactions through effective processes
Month End Closing
· Lead the month-end closing process (expense/revenue accrual etc) for assigned client accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
· Investigate and resolve unusual variances or accounting issues
· Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, local reporting standards and client contractual requirements
Financial Planning & Analysis
· Prepare and present month end financial packages with meaningful variance analysis for internal stakeholders and clients (if required)
· Partner with account leadership to develop comprehensive annual budget
· Maintain rolling forecasts that accurately reflect current performance and future opportunities
· Adhoc scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis
Sound like you? Here is what we’re looking for:
- Strong analytical mindset with good attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with data-driven approach
- Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
- Able to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations
Qualifications
- University degree or professional qualification in accounting, finance or relevant field (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
- Minimum 2-3 years of financial experience
- Experienced in navigating complex matrix environments
- Business partnering and commercial finance experience is added advantage
Location:
On-site –Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaAt JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
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Skills Required
- University degree or professional qualification in accounting or finance (ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
- Minimum 2-3 years of financial experience
- Experience in navigating complex matrix environments
- Business partnering and commercial finance experience
- Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
- Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
- Month-end closing experience (expense/revenue accruals, variance investigation)
- Experience managing vendor payments, monthly billing, accounts receivable, and audit documentation
- Ability to prepare budgets, maintain rolling forecasts, and perform scenario/sensitivity modelling
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA options, and mental health support. The package is frequently characterized as “great” or “good,” reinforcing its perceived robustness.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with a strong employer match and access to related savings options such as a Roth 401(k). The presence of an employee stock purchase program and charitable matching further supports long-term financial value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits include paid holidays and PTO that is often described as generous and flexible, alongside bereavement and military leave. Remote/hybrid flexibility is also part of the total rewards picture, increasing perceived overall value.
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