Financial Controller - Global Real Estate Accountant

Job Description
Are you ready to make an impact in a global organization? At JPMorgan Chase, our Corporate Controllers team is dedicated to maintaining the integrity of our financial records and reporting. As part of the Global Real Estate Accounting team, you'll be at the forefront of managing a vast real estate portfolio across 60 countries. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team that values precision, energy, and initiative.
As an Accounting Analyst/ Associate in the Global Real Estate Accounting team, you will be responsible for assisting in the month end financial close and reporting.
Job Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume and diverse portfolio of work which may include all aspects of lease accounting, including establishing, modifying and reviewing lease accounting schedules for completeness and accuracy in accordance with ASC 842 and IFRS 16.
• Month-end close, including developing or reviewing accrual estimates, posting journal entries to the general ledger, perform monthly reconciliation and certification of balance sheet accounts.
• Investigate monthly balance sheet, income statement and general ledger account variances and provide written explanations.
• Support ad hoc reporting and analysis across Global Real Estate as needed.
• Identify exceptions to standards, determining underlying causes and escalating to the supervisor and/or partners as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain relationships with finance and operations groups in Global Real Estate as well as Line of Business contacts.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelors' degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent required
• 1+ years of relevant experience required in accounting or finance with demonstrated career progression for Analyst level
• Experience with automated financial systems (SAP) and worksheet modeling tools (Excel)
• Strong analytical and financial skills with a track record of execution against deliverables
• Strong attention to detail and a structured mindset with process/continuous improvement and innovative thinking
• Self-starter with initiative, ability to take ownership and work independently as well as contribute to the broader team

Ability to multi-task, adapt to change, work collaboratively and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Public accounting experience and/or large corporate experience preferred
• Proficient in excel
• VBA/programming skills as a plus
• ACCA/CGMA preferred

About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs. Benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, a retirement savings plan, insurance benefits, a discount program including sportscard benefit, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness benefits and more. Eligible employees may also access the company's social fund for financial support. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.