Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide financial business partnership support for strategic decision-making and operational excellence .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $102,410 - $148,500 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis, including advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting. Proficient in utilizing tools like Power BI and Microsoft Excel to analyze large datasets and present actionable insights to senior management and stakeholders.

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Financial ModelingForecastingBudgetingPower BI ReportingCPA Designation

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisVariance AnalysisDriver-Based ForecastingCost-Effectiveness RecommendationsData AnalysisScenario AnalysisKPI DevelopmentCommercial Real Estate KnowledgeYardi VoyagerRetail Manager

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingConfidentiality HandlingPresentation DevelopmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office SuitePower QueryAI Tools for Financial AnalysisSharePoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Financial Business PartnershipOperational ExcellenceEBITDA AnalysisNOI AnalysisPortfolio Benchmarking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide financial business partnership support for strategic decision-making and operational excellence
Analyze and prepare consolidated financial reports and variance analyses for senior management and clients
Coordinate, analyze, and consolidate quarterly forecast and annual budget processes
Build financial models with scenario and sensitivity analysis
Develop driver-based forecasts and support strategic planning initiatives
Analyze EBITDA, NOI, revenue trends, operational expenses, and capital expenses
Recommend interventions to increase cost-effectiveness and provide portfolio and market benchmarking
Translate financial performance into executive-ready presentations, dashboards, and written narratives
Contribute to quarterly presentations and reporting packages for the JLL Executive Committee, senior management, and external stakeholders
Build relationships with business partners and communicate complex financial information and business drivers
Act as FP&A representative on cross-functional and technology projects
Develop and implement enhanced reporting tools, processes, and systems
Contribute to FP&A modernization through automation, AI-enabled analysis, standardized KPIs, Power BI reporting, and enhanced executive visualization
Identify opportunities to redirect capacity toward higher-value strategic analysis
Support ad hoc analysis, special initiatives, and sensitive assignments directed by senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Business, Finance, or related field
Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, including forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting
CPA designation or actively pursuing (strongly preferred)
Experience in commercial real estate or property management (preferred)
Expert-level financial modeling skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, macros, and data analysis
Proficiency using AI tools for financial analysis, data summarization, workflow automation, presentation development, and business communication
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and SharePoint
Experience with Power BI, Power Query, or similar data visualization and business intelligence tools
Knowledge of Yardi Voyager, Retail Manager, and Forecast Manager (asset)
Strong ability to work with large datasets, extract insights, and present findings clearly and concisely
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus subject to individual and company performance; not guaranteed
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Remote work arrangement