About The Role
As a CBRE Controller,you will be responsiblefor the coordination and review of the accounting for a portfolio of officeproperties. Additionally, this position will be a key resource in the review ofsignificant accounting transactions to ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS aswell as Tax requirements and will serve under a management and oversight rolein special projects as they arise. The position works closely with otherProperty Accounting and Regional leaders, business owners, Internal Audit,Company’s external auditor, and client’s FP & A, Asset Management andCorporate teams.
The Controller willcontinuously improve policies, processes, systems and controls as part of the CBRE’soperational excellence initiatives. This position will report directly to theSenior Controller and additionally to the respective Client Leadership Team forthe office property portfolio the Controller oversees.
What You'll Do
- Develop business partner relationships with client’sAsset Management and FP&A leaders while identifying opportunities toprovide services and enhance flow of communication and information with theaccounting team. Ensure regular and consistent communication and touchpointswith our client to ensure service performance level expectations are satisfiedand maintained.
- Partner with FP&Ato support Property Accounting teams in solutioning issues and providingtechnical guidance on accounting treatments, processes, and documentationrequirements.
- Support FP&A andAM teams with ad-hoc reporting requests (valuations, financing, tenant audit requests)by acting as the point of contact for the Property Accounting teams.
- Oversee the quarterly tasks related tointernal controls, financial reporting and auditor requests which includesvariance analysis and reviewing SOX packages.
- Facilitate closemeetings with Property Accounting teams to review financials and recommendaction items.
- Review balance sheetreconciliations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthenthe reconciliation process.
- Reviewcorporate-required reporting (e.g., NOI variance analysis, executive summariesetc.).
- Manage and coordinate the separate propertyand joint venture audit process to ensure compliance with deadlines.
- Liaise with the client’s Corporate team andExternal Auditors during Corporate and property audits, including coordinationof deliverables, schedules, confirmations, and audit support
- Review audit financialstatement templates and note disclosures.
- Participate in controlwalkthroughs and support teams in understanding control responsibilities;identify control weaknesses and recommend remediation actions.
- Review and approve non-standard/complexjournal entries prepared by the team. Review and approve periodic variancereporting for the assigned portfolio.
- Review and approve cash analysis and checkrun files. Approve check and wire requests up to approved dollar amounts.
- Ensure that service standards are met andreported accurately for the assigned portfolio. Calculate CBRE management feefor assigned portfolio
- Provide technical advice and training onaccounting systems.
- Act as a primary contact for internal andexternal auditors on accounting matters.
- Interpret current policies, practices, andplans and implement new operating procedures to improve efficiency.
- Ensures that systemsfollow acceptable accounting practices and applicable regulations.
- Apply deep knowledge ofmultiple disciplines, broad industry knowledge, and commercial awareness. Drivefinancial and functional performance within disciplines and across business.
- Lead by example and model behaviors thatare consistent with CBRE RISE values. Negotiate with senior management,customers, and external parties of divergent interests to reach an agreement ofstrategic importance while being guided by the business segment and theorganization's functional strategy.
- Provide formal supervision to employees.Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluationsand coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
- Coordinate and manage the team's dailyactivities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Setand track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
- Conceptualize newmethods, techniques, processes, and standards across job disciplines orfunctions.
- Direct the resolution ofhighly complex or unusual business problems by applying advanced criticalthinking.
What You'll Need
To perform this job successfully, one should be able toperform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below arerepresentative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe job functions.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and 10+ 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.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader incommercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and peoplethrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals whocreate significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our sharedvalues — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverseperspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome allapplicants.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture whereeveryone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, andwe welcome all applications.
Disclaimers
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About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estateservices and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clientsin 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, projectmanagement, 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 controller position is $200,000 annually and the maximum salary for the controller position is $225,000 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at
[email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
