About the Role:

As a CBRE Real Estate Accounting Sr. Analyst, you will apply advanced accounting fundamentals to create, review, and organize complex financial statements and reports. This job is part of the General Accounting job function, responsible for the development and day-to-day maintenance of accounting processes and procedures.

What You'll Do:

Prepare financial documents including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and payroll

Follow standards and rules when keeping accounts. Ensure the general ledger, taxes, and other financial information data are correct and up to date

Close month-end accounting entries and reconcile balance sheets and profit and loss statements

Post to GL and review variances to budget and review data to forecast changes to the business

Review variance explanation reports for accuracy

Track accounts receivable and confirm all payments are properly recorded. Check all accounts to make sure they have the correct balances

Assist with accounting system conversions or enhancements and educate peers on changes

Evaluate billing and invoicing data in the accounting databases and submit cash applications. Research and resolve accounts receivable issues

Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems

Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function

Analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents

Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement

Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team

Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered

Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems

Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc

Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset

Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate complicated figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations

Experience in preparing and reviewing complex financial statements and reports

Ability to work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

Strong communication skills to explain complex information in straightforward situations

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Senior Accountant position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Accountant position is $120,000 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.