About The Role:
CBRE’s InvestmentAccounting & Reporting Solutions group is seeking an Assistant PropertyAccounting Controller to join a collaborative team focused supporting aportfolio of clients. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects offinancial accounting, reporting, and analysis of fund operations.
WhatYou'll Do:
Complete and oversee advanced level accountingtransactions in pre aration of client financial statement packages.
Create and post journal entries.
Ensure all expenses, receipts, owner'sdistributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accountingperiod have been accurately posted.
Generate and review financial packages foraccuracy and comprehensive reporting. Prepare packages on a schedule to ensuretimely delivery to the client and other management teams.
Adhere to Client Accounting Policies andProcedures (CAPP) to ensure internal and external reporting requirements areconsistently met.
Review and audit funding and payment requestsfor accuracy, documentation and authorization in accordance with establishedoperating procedures.
Respond to and resolve issues and requests frommanagement teams and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports,including Profit and Loss statements.
Research open accounting issues and recognizespotential issues and/or conflicts so corrective action can intercept andminimize issues.
Create or review complex property budgets andforecasting for assigned property portfolios.
Participate in new property and clienttransitions, and client audit requests.
Communicate requests for additional servicesfrom clients and the field to senior management and understands the scope ofaccounting services for the properties in portfolio.
May oversee the completion of projects includingindependent preparation and review of CAM (Common Area Maintenance)reconciliations, purchase/sale proration, lease abstract analysis, propertysoftware setups, and opening/closing entry generations.
Coordinate work with other team members withinsingle point-of-contact (SPOC) guidelines.
Troubleshoot issues to ensure internal andexternal requests are handled timely, accurately, and with a focus oncustomer service.
Coach junior staff on an informal basis.
Support internal and external audits, providingrequired documentation and explanations.
Ensure adherence to CBRE’s IA&R standards,SOX compliance (if applicable), and client‑specific policies.
Oversee workload planning, review work product,and provide ongoing training to ensure high performance and technical accuracy.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement,process standardization, and operational efficiency.
Drive improvements in accounting procedures,reporting automation, and workflow efficiencies.
Support onboarding of new clients and transitionof new scopes of work.
What You'll Need:
To perform thisjob successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevantexperience required.
Experience with property level accountingrequired.
Experience with accounting software systems suchas Yardi preferred.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted AccountingPrinciples (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulationsincluding knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accountingmethods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP).
Technical financial skills and knowledge ofGAAP, FASB, REIS, IFRS, and in-region/in-country standards whereapplicable.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced,client‑focusedenvironment.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Officeapplications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and related tools.
Excellent communication skills and the abilityto partner with clients and cross‑functional teams.
Strong quantitative skills, with the ability toperform moderately complex financial calculations such as percentages,fractions, and related numerical analyses.
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 assistant property controller position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for the assistant property controller position is $128,000 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).
