Senior Finance Specialist, Accounts Payable

Jll

The Role

Overview

Manage AP processing, invoice matching, reconciliations, reporting, and improvements.

Key Responsibilities

  • ap automation
  • invoice processing
  • bank reconciliation
  • vendor management
  • report review
  • user support

Tasks

-Lead accounts payable process improvements and automation -Perform daily transactions as per standard operating procedures -Process weekly A/P payments for multiple properties ensuring that all deadlines are met -Responsible for updating SOPs and process maps -Preparing Bank Reconciliations -Provide backup support and engage in solutions to user problems to ensure user satisfaction and productivity. -Ensure service delivery as agreed norms and SLAs -Invoice Processing both PO & Non-PO invoices -Understand and comply with all JLL A/P policies and procedures -Review various types of Payment requests including data entry in Yardi & Zendesk -Assist accountants and controllers with A/P issues or problems as they arise -Preparing & posting Month end accrual entries -Responsible for processing and monitoring vendor invoices and on-time payment performance within the agreed timeline and accuracy as per the Service Level Agreement. -Communication with internal and external accountants and requestors when needed -Establish & Manage client relationships through regular engagement with the client -Provide floor support in the absence of a supervisor -Perform root cause analysis to drive process improvements -Answer property inquiries via internal systems like Zendesk and Outlook email -Review all daily, weekly, and monthly reports to ensure that data is processing correctly per SLA and corporate policy. -Verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records -Perform the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that multiple finances are maintained in an effective, up to date and accurate manner -Assist in training new A/P employees as needed -Support and engage in solutions to user problems to ensure user satisfaction and productivity

Requirements

  • accounts payable
  • excel
  • enterprise one
  • yardi
  • commerce degree
  • three-way match

What You Bring

-Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning client financial data. -Minimum 4-6 years of experience in an electronic accounts payable processing environment in MNC -Excellent SME knowledge of accounting concepts -Strong Finance background, Commerce graduate or Postgraduate is preferred. -Knowledge of AP month-end activities (Open & Close Period) -Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in processing vendor invoices. -Fair understanding of deduction & filing of withholding tax -Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment -A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills -Should have extensive knowledge of two way & three-way match -Strong Excel & Domain Knowledge -Strong Accounting Knowledge, Communication, and Analytical Skills -Ability to work overtime when required -Knowledge of real estate accounting A/P systems desirable including Enterprise One and Yardi -Experience of P&L monthly variance analysis

The Company

About Jll

-Founded over 200 years ago, JLL has become a global leader in real estate services and investment management. -With a presence in over 80 countries, JLL offers a wide range of services, including property management, advisory, and capital markets. -JLL manages iconic properties like the Shard in London and works with Fortune 500 companies to optimize real estate portfolios. -The company is known for its innovative solutions in real estate technology and sustainability. -Typical projects include large-scale urban developments, corporate relocations, and infrastructure advisory. -JLL has pioneered the integration of data-driven insights into real estate decision-making. -The company’s expertise spans across diverse sectors, such as residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure. -Notable for its long-standing history, JLL continues to shape the global real estate landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Hotels and Hospitality

Cultural Facilities

Educational Facilities

Military Housing

Sports Facilities

Healthcare and Laboratory Facilities

Logistics and Supply-Chain Management

Critical Environments and Data Centers

Office

Retail and Shopping Malls

Sort & Fulfillment Centers