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Assistant Property Accountant - Norwich (12-Month Fixed-Term Opportunity)
 

Join JLL's Property Accounting team in Norwich for this great 12-month fixed-term opening! As a global Fortune 500 professional services and investment management firm with operations in over 80 countries, JLL is looking for an Assistant Property Accountant to play a vital role in financial operations and reporting.
 

About JLL

We specialize in real estate services with over 92,000 team members worldwide helping clients achieve their business ambitions. Our core values of teamwork, ethics, and excellence drive everything we do as we shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're committed to creating diverse, inclusive environments where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.
 

The Role

You'll support our Financial Management team with critical reporting and financial controls while engaging in structured learning and development opportunities. Working collaboratively with finance teams and surveyors, you'll help build strong relationships and resolve issues as they arise. Your contributions will be essential to establishing our team as an industry-leading "Centre of Excellence."

Key Responsibilities
 

Reporting and Financial Operations:

Support Trial Balance and VAT reporting requirementsCreate ad hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders including surveyors and solicitorsReview and reconcile tenant and landlord direct recoveriesAssist with property transaction mobilization and demobilizationHandle day-to-day client and occupier queriesSupport Property Accountants and Senior Property Accountants across team deliverables
 

Financial Controls:

Monitor key performance indicators on client portfolios and ensure timely issue resolutionComplete control account reconciliations accurately and monitor funding levelsManage risk through compliance with company, accounting, and legislative proceduresIdentify and escalate problem areas promptlyPerform additional controls within our accredited control framework
 

Stakeholder Engagement:

Serve as day-to-day client contact for property portfolio operationsCollaborate with Surveyors, JLL Business Services finance teams, and other stakeholdersAttend internal and external meetings as requiredMaintain strong communication links with Property Accounting management, Accounts Receivable, Treasury & Control, Surveying, and other internal teams
 

What We're Looking For

Strong Excel proficiency (pivot tables, V-Lookups, X-Lookups, similar formulae)Working knowledge of MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with team collaboration abilitiesFlexibility to work under pressure, multitask, and prioritize effectivelyStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlinesInitiative to resolve day-to-day issues independentlyAAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent, with aspirations for further studiesKnowledge of client systems (Yardi/MRI/Horizon) would be advantageous
 

Benefits Package

Access to company private health schemeGenerous pension scheme and life insuranceElectric vehicle schemeFizz Benefits with discounts across hundreds of retailers25 days annual leave plus bank holidays6 months paid parental leaveFlexible working arrangements and sustainability options2 paid volunteering days annuallyLiving Wage accredited employer
 

Why Choose JLL

You'll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture focused on collective success. Our Total Rewards programme supports your career ambitions through recognition, wellbeing benefits, competitive pay, and varied development experiences.

Ready to develop your strengths in a fulfilling career with global opportunities? Apply today for this excellent 12-month fixed-term opportunity!

Location:

On-site –Norfolk, GBR

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! If you require any changes to the application process, please email EMEATA@jll.com or call +44 (0)20 7493 4933 to contact one of our team members to discuss how to best support you throughout the process. Please note, the contact details provided are to discuss or request for adjustments to be made to the hiring process.   Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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