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.
Shaping the future of real estate for a better world
At JLL, we see a Brighter Way forward for our clients, our people, our planet, and our communities. With over 200 years of real estate experience, we are, and always have been, in continual pursuit of brighter ways of working.
We bring to life a Brighter Way in all that we do by seeking better, smarter, more innovative ways of working. We approach our work in a warmer, more optimistic, and inclusive way.
JLL is a global leader in helping clients envision where people will live, work, play, shop, and eat.
What this opportunity involves:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated Senior Property Accountant to take on a diverse portfolio spanning retail and commercial properties. You'll serve as a trusted finance business partner to Property Managers, delivering comprehensive financial reporting and strategic insights that drive asset performance. In this role, you'll manage the full spectrum of property accounting activities—from monthly financial close and variance analysis to annual budgeting, outgoings reconciliations, and audit coordination. At JLL, we embrace more innovative ways of working and prioritize opportunities to strengthen and advance your career. You'll be part of a Property & Asset Management Client Accounting Services team that has built a working environment surpassing any of our competitors, where support, mentorship, and transparency are at the core of how we operate. This position requires travel between our Sydney CBD office and the client office in Bankstown, giving you valuable exposure to different working environments and stakeholders.
An overview of the role:
Liaise with Property Managers as the key finance business partner and maintain accurate financial information in MRI software
Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports for your portfolio of assets, including variance commentary to budget and detailed analysis
Prepare and process journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and IFRS rent smoothing and incentive amortization journals
Perform annual tenant outgoing recovery reconciliations and coordinate with outgoings auditors as required
Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing strategic financial input to drive asset performance
Manage capital expenditure tracking against budget and ensure all transactions are properly recorded and monitored
Transition new properties into the portfolio and process cease management activities at relevant times
Ensure JLL's internal compliance processes and procedures are adhered to, including preparation of six-monthly internal audit checklists
Reconcile GST reports, raise monthly management fees, and process client remittances and funds requests as needed
Sounds like you? This is what we are looking for:
Strong accounting experience with solid knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting principles
Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to liaise effectively with Property Managers, clients, and auditors
Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management and reporting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
Ability to commute to and work from both Sydney CBD and Bankstown client office locations
Compliance-focused mindset with a strong understanding of trust accounting principles and regulatory requirements
Property accounting experience within the real estate or property management industry (preferred)
Working knowledge of MRI software or similar property management systems (preferred)
Benefits:
Great employee discounts off fitness, wellbeing & other renowned brands
18 weeks paid maternity leave
Private Health Insurance Discounts
Active Social Club
Employee assistant program
Novated Lease for EV cars
Paid time off for volunteer work
Career Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firm
Premium offices
What you can expect from us:
You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where the best inspire the best. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you.
As an organisation, we don’t just accept that we are a place of many different people, but we embrace it, we celebrate it, and we proactively support the needs that difference brings. JLL is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability, and that is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognise and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Interested candidates, please apply following the link below quoting job reference number REQ529925
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.
