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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\xe2\x80\x99ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you\xe2\x80\x99re 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.

Team Leader - Accounts Payable

About JLL:
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our vision is to re-imagine the world of real estate, creating rewarding opportunities and amazing spaces where people can achieve their ambitions. In doing so, we will build a better tomorrow for our clients, our people, and our communities. JLL is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $16.6 billion, operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of more than 96,000 as of October 31, 2021. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated.
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What this job involves:
Responsible for handling a team size of 10-12 members
Review and approve various types of account payable transactions, due diligence, and release of funds from bank within agreed turnaround time
Ensure prioritisation & urgent payment requests are attended to promptly
Ensure team\'s adherence to turnaround time and accuracy of activities undertaken including any transition in / Out or ad-hoc projects
Effective management of internal & external stake holder while nurturing a good relationship
Ability to positively influence and get tasks completed from not just the team members but the site teams as well
Work as an escalation point for team to highlight challenges, assistance required, etc. to help meet process KPI\xe2\x80\x99s
Ensure 100% compliance to RICS & ISAE guidelines. No exceptions allowed
Work with other Team Leaders in the project to create a culture of collaboration
Proactively raise issues with Process Manager regarding client / team issues as they arise
Undertake monthly and annual performance reviews, conduct interviews as required and leave management
Continuously strive to upskill team from an industry, domain and \'soft skills\' perspective
Drive process improvement initiatives to closure including improvement ideas for accuracy, exceptions, cycle time and lead time
Maintain individual and team production logs as directed by the Manager/ Assistant Manager
Regulate process controls effectively and proactively while continuously assessing the need of control improvement
Communicate effectively and work closely with Site Directors to influence change in processes impacting AP functioning
Coach and mentor team members to ensure all round development of individuals
Smooth month end reporting and MI preparations
Keep the Management fully informed of all potential risks, issues, challenges and KPI misses
Improve and drive a strong MI system to map all KPIs and critical AP metrics e.g., paid on time, PO compliance, AP cycle time, exception rates etc. to enable best in industry benchmark scores

Sounds like you? To apply you need to be/have:
Accounting graduate/M. Com/MBA with excellent verbal and written communication skills
5 \xe2\x80\x93 8 Years of experience in Account Payables
Knowledge of entire Source to Pay cycle and best in industry practices
Experience of real estate environment and accounting would be an added advantage
Understands UK banking platforms and accounting codes used in AP
Candidate should be dynamic and versed with Lean and Operational excellence practices
Ability to multi-task, work effectively under pressure, prioritise, and manage workload for team while meeting client needs
Engage and communicate clearly, confidently and in a concise manner with internal and external stakeholders and see things from their perspective with solution-oriented approach
Understand training needs. Ability to conduct trainings across a varied set of teams
Able to drive productivity of assigned team members
Demonstrate consistency in values, principles, and work ethics, must be able to inspire and lead a team
Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments
Understanding of and commitment to client services, maintain confidentiality of client data
A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work overtime when required
Ability to conduct difficult conversations and demonstrate transparency and fairness

Performance objectives

Ensure the agreed KPI\xe2\x80\x99s (Productivity, Quality and Turn Around Time) are met
Achieve high employee satisfaction scores
Ensure attrition rates are below industry figures
Monitor exceptions processes and devise plan to reduce exception rate
Minimise risk and provide improvement ideas to Supervisor
Zero RICS / ISAE audit findings during internal and external audits
Ensure management reporting as per the pre agreed timelines

What we can do for you:
At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realise your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don\xe2\x80\x99t meet all of the requirements below. We\xe2\x80\x99re 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 \xe2\x80\x93

We\xe2\x80\x99re JLL\xe2\x80\x94a 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\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x99re 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\xe2\x80\x99re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.