Description
Job summary
Responsible for sophisticated accounting activities associated with maintaining the general ledger and for the production of various resultant financial statements. Normally advises a group of accountants and may participate in advanced general accounting projects.
Duties and responsibilities
Provides technical and administrative supervision for accounting personnel.
Examines and evaluates subordinate's work product for accuracy and completeness. Identifies training needs of subordinate staff and provides technical mentorship.
Coordinates the preparation of the balance sheet and profit and loss statements, coding of invoices/vouchers with accurate account distribution, and compilation of data for accounting reports.
Reviews, posts, and prepares journal entries, analyze, and prepare consolidation entries.
Responds to internal client requests and questions and conducts research on more difficult inquiries.
Prepares monthly account analysis of balance sheet accounts, develops adjusting entries as needed, and reviews status of all significant accounts with Accounting Management.
Processes billing/invoicing and enters data into the accounting databases and researches and resolves accounts receivable issues.
Prepares and/or reviews projections of accounting data to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition.
Participates in and may lead special projects and companywide initiatives.
Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations.
Maintains accounting processes and procedures, which align with generally accepted accounting principles, tax requirements, SEC requirements, and management reporting requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, corrective action and termination. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop proficiencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Certificates and/or Licenses
Interpersonal skills
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers, optimally information and respond to issues. Highly developed written, oral, and presentation skills, and effectively work well with management, employees, regulators and external auditors. Respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management. Ability to present information to an internal functional group.
Financial knowledge
Broad understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards (FASB), theories, concepts, and practices of the business unit. Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate sophisticated figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts financial analysis. Advanced understanding of accounting and bookkeeping concepts. Ability to assist with budget and forecast preparation. Administers accounting practices to ensure optimum client happiness while guaranteeing CBRE financial interests are protected.
Reasoning ability
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Other Skills and abilities
Advanced skills in Microsoft suite applications. Knowledge of computer applications related to real estate accounting or financial management systems.
Scope of Responsibility
Decisions made with detailed understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve results. Setting work unit and/or project goal dates. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to department.
Why CBRE?
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. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
Responsible for sophisticated accounting activities associated with maintaining the general ledger and for the production of various resultant financial statements. Normally advises a group of accountants and may participate in advanced general accounting projects.
Duties and responsibilities
Provides technical and administrative supervision for accounting personnel.
Examines and evaluates subordinate's work product for accuracy and completeness. Identifies training needs of subordinate staff and provides technical mentorship.
Coordinates the preparation of the balance sheet and profit and loss statements, coding of invoices/vouchers with accurate account distribution, and compilation of data for accounting reports.
Reviews, posts, and prepares journal entries, analyze, and prepare consolidation entries.
Responds to internal client requests and questions and conducts research on more difficult inquiries.
Prepares monthly account analysis of balance sheet accounts, develops adjusting entries as needed, and reviews status of all significant accounts with Accounting Management.
Processes billing/invoicing and enters data into the accounting databases and researches and resolves accounts receivable issues.
Prepares and/or reviews projections of accounting data to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition.
Participates in and may lead special projects and companywide initiatives.
Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations.
Maintains accounting processes and procedures, which align with generally accepted accounting principles, tax requirements, SEC requirements, and management reporting requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, corrective action and termination. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop proficiencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Qualifications
- 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 the duties.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required; a CPA may be required OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proven experience in public and/or private accounting, including 2+ years lead or supervisory experience.
Certificates and/or Licenses
- CPA preferred.
Interpersonal skills
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers, optimally information and respond to issues. Highly developed written, oral, and presentation skills, and effectively work well with management, employees, regulators and external auditors. Respond to inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management. Ability to present information to an internal functional group.
Financial knowledge
Broad understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards (FASB), theories, concepts, and practices of the business unit. Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate sophisticated figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts financial analysis. Advanced understanding of accounting and bookkeeping concepts. Ability to assist with budget and forecast preparation. Administers accounting practices to ensure optimum client happiness while guaranteeing CBRE financial interests are protected.
Reasoning ability
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Other Skills and abilities
Advanced skills in Microsoft suite applications. Knowledge of computer applications related to real estate accounting or financial management systems.
Scope of Responsibility
Decisions made with detailed understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve results. Setting work unit and/or project goal dates. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to department.
Why CBRE?
- At CBRE, we pride ourselves on our RISE values of Respect, integrity, Service and Excellence! We are the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment! This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
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. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
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