About The Role:

As a CBRE Assistant Controller, you will focus on the generation, preparation, and communication of information that is complete and accurate to support effective decision making, management, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Assistant Controller is responsible for the coordination and review of the accounting for a portfolio of office properties. Additionally, this position will be a key resource in the review of significant accounting transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS as well as Tax (legal entity) requirements and will serve under a management and oversight role in special projects as they arise. The position works closely with other Property Accounting and Regional leaders, business owners, and the client's Corporate, FP&A, and Risk Management teams and external auditor.

The Assistant Controller will continuously improve policies, processes, systems and controls as part of the Company and Client's operational excellence initiatives. This position will report directly to the Controller and additionally to the respective Regional Leadership Team for the office property portfolio the Assistant Controller oversees.

What You'll Do:

1.Take ownership and accountability of the day-to-day accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties and oversee and manage the financial close process, to ensure completeness and accuracy of the accounting through a detailed review of the results and key metrics prior to the general ledger close. Review of significant accounting transactions to ensure GAAP, IFRS, and tax compliance.
• Oversee the month-end and quarter-end close cycle, ensuring completion of tasks on or before deadlines per the Accounting Calendar.
• Review monthly/quarterly financial packages such as SOX packages, NOI reports, Co-owner reports, recovery analysis, job cost validation, move-in/move-out schedules, co-owner reporting etc.

2. Develop business partner relationships with Asset Management and FP & A leaders while identifying opportunities to provide services and enhance flow of communication and information with the accounting team. Ensure regular and consistent communication and touchpoints with our client to ensure service performance level expectations are satisfied and maintained
• Partner with FP&A to support Property Accounting teams in solutioning issues and providing technical guidance on accounting treatments, processes, and documentation requirements.
• Liaise with FP&A to understand, prioritize, and communicate business plan requests and budget reporting requirements to Property Accounting teams.
• Support FP&A and AM teams with ad-hoc reporting requests (valuations, financing, tenant audit requests) by acting as the point of contact for the Property Accounting teams.
• Support the Business Plan and budget cycle by reviewing forecast/budget expenses, recovery and CAM files, depreciation & imputed interest, and other key assumptions as applicable.

3. Oversee the quarterly tasks related to internal controls, financial reporting and auditor requests which may include variance analysis and reviewing SOX packages. Assist in balancing and allocating the workload across the portfolio and establishing and maintaining the accounting organizational strategy and annual goals.
• Facilitate close meetings with Property Accounting teams to review financials and recommend action items.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen the reconciliation process.
• Review corporate-required reporting (e.g., NOI variance analysis, executive summaries etc.).

4. Ensure compliance with SOX Controls, which includes the preparation and review of process documentation, providing examples and support, monitoring progress of team and working with internal and external auditors when needed. Manage and coordinate the separate property and joint venture audit process as well as monthly and quarterly reporting to ensure compliance with deadlines.
• Liaise with the BP Corporate team and External Auditors during Corporate and property audits, including coordination of deliverables, schedules, confirmations, and audit support.
• Review audit financial statement templates and note disclosures.
• Participate in control walkthroughs and support teams in understanding control responsibilities; identify control weaknesses and recommend remediation actions.
• Review monthly reporting packages to be sent to lenders and joint venture.

5. Provide coaching and mentoring to Accounting Managers and Senior Accountants/Financial Accountants and Property Management team (when required). Provide professional development opportunities - both technical and soft skills - for Accounting Managers and/or Senior Accountants/Financial Accountants through formal and informal channels. Conduct performance evaluations and managing direct reports' performance development process

What You'll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 5+ years accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

• Prior experience in real estate accounting and analytics required.

• Requires proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including an understanding of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods: cash, accrual, fair value, and GAAP.

• Knowledge of real estate terms, definitions, and real estate analytical methodology.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Assistant Controller position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Assistant Controller position is $160,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program.