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 see 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 live, work, play, shop, and eat.
What this opportunity involves:
As a Senior Portfolio Accountant at JLL, you'll play a vital role in managing the financial operations for one of Australia's leading property portfolios serving the WA Government. This position sits at the intersection of finance and property management, where you'll serve as a trusted business partner to our Property Managers while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance across a diverse portfolio of assets. At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees — and this role exemplifies that commitment through meticulous financial stewardship and collaborative partnership. You'll be responsible for the complete financial control cycle, from monthly reporting and budget preparation to tenant outgoings reconciliation and audit coordination. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, and you'll experience this firsthand as you work alongside property managers, clients, and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional financial insights and service. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader where your expertise will directly contribute to the successful management of significant government assets while advancing your career in property finance.
Key Responsibilities include:
Serve as the key finance business partner to JLL Property Managers, maintaining accurate financial information within MRI software and providing strategic financial guidance
Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reports for your assigned portfolio, including variance commentary to budget in collaboration with property managers
Prepare and process journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and IFRS rent smoothing and incentive amortization journals with precision
Conduct annual tenant outgoing recovery reconciliations and coordinate with outgoings auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing valuable financial insights to support strategic planning
Manage capital expenditure tracking against budget, review purchase orders for validity, and process client remittances and fund requests
Lead and participate in monthly finance training sessions, sharing knowledge and strengthening team capabilities
Ensure adherence to all Trust Accounting and Property Accounting policies, including client-specific requirements and JLL's internal compliance processes
Oversee property transitions into and out of the portfolio, conducting monthly bank reconciliations and coordinating annual audit information flow with clients
Sounds like you? This is what we're looking for:
Proven experience in commercial and retail property accounting, with strong financial control and reporting capabilities
Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate financial statements, budget forecasts, and variance analyses
Solid understanding of Trust Accounting principles and Property Accounting policies and procedures
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with property managers, clients, leasing executives, and senior leadership
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
Proficiency in preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reconciliations
Knowledge of GST reporting and compliance requirements
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to regulatory and compliance standards
Experience working with MRI asset management software and PeopleSoft financial management systems (highly valued)
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 organization, 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 and building an inclusive workplace. This is why, for more than a decade, we continue to rank among the World’s Most Ethical Companies. We support applications from all underrepresented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBT+, people with disability and people of all age, religions and race. We are dedicated to offering veterans from all ranks and services a successful civilian career as they transition out of the military. We recognize and appreciate the skills acquired in their service careers as vital and transferable to our workforce.
Apply today, quoting job reference number REQ532476
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.
