Senior Finance Analyst

CBRE; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role involves applying advanced accounting principles to manage financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for preparing financial statements, ensuring accuracy in transactions, and resolving complex accounting issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a Bachelor's degree, along with a passion for delivering high-quality work. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Ability to analyze solutions and apply judgment based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports for clients.
• Review and audit funding requests for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Advanced Accounting Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Math Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst

Job ID

217668

Posted

30-Apr-2025

Service line

PJM Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance

Location(s)

Toronto - Ontario - Canada

About the Role:

As a CBRE Finance Sr. Analyst, you’ll apply advanced cash and accrual accounting fundamentals to prepare, evaluate, maintain, and deliver complete and accurate financial reports for a complex portfolio of CBRE clients and properties.

This job is part of the Financial Strategy and Operations job function. They are responsible for maintaining accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete intermediate to advanced-level accounting transactions in preparation for client financial statement packages.

• Create and post journal entries and ensure that all expenses, receipts, owner's distributions, funding requests, and other transactions for the accounting period have been accurately posted.

• Generate and review financial packages for accuracy and comprehensive reporting. Prepare packages on a schedule to ensure timely delivery to the client and other management teams.

• Review and audit funding and payment requests for accuracy, documentation, and authorization in accordance with established operating procedures.

• Respond to and resolve complex issues and requests from management teams and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports.

• Recognize potential issues and conflicts and take corrective action to minimize issues.

• Facilitate the maintenance and reporting of benchmarks and performance metrics.

• 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.

• 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.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial 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 individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at Via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.)

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)