Senior Portfolio Accountant

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 softwareDeliver comprehensive monthly financial reports for your portfolio of assets, including variance commentary to budget and detailed analysisPrepare and process journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and IFRS rent smoothing and incentive amortization journalsPerform annual tenant outgoing recovery reconciliations and coordinate with outgoings auditors as requiredAssist with the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing strategic financial input to drive asset performanceManage capital expenditure tracking against budget and ensure all transactions are properly recorded and monitoredTransition new properties into the portfolio and process cease management activities at relevant timesEnsure JLL's internal compliance processes and procedures are adhered to, including preparation of six-monthly internal audit checklistsReconcile 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 principlesExcellent communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to liaise effectively with Property Managers, clients, and auditorsProven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHigh attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management and reportingProficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systemsAbility to commute to and work from both Sydney CBD and Bankstown client office locationsCompliance-focused mindset with a strong understanding of trust accounting principles and regulatory requirementsProperty 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 brands18 weeks paid maternity leavePrivate Health Insurance DiscountsActive Social ClubEmployee assistant programNovated Lease for EV carsPaid time off for volunteer workCareer Opportunities with Australia's #1 Commercial Real Estate firmPremium 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