Finance Business Partner

CBRE, Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in commercial real estate services is seeking a finance business partner to oversee financial management and reporting, support strategic decision-making, and lead process improvements. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with over 8 years of relevant experience in finance business partnering, preferably in Real Estate or Professional Services. Strong communication skills and a drive for continuous improvement are essential. Opportunities for personal and professional growth are abundant in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in finance business partnering role.
• Experience in Real Estate Brokerage, Professional Services or Facilities Management is desirable.
• Drive and lead change initiatives, including process redesign and systems implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and insights into Leasing European Platform.
• Prepare financial summaries/report packs for decision-making.
• Respond to financial queries and manage associated issues.
• Lead financial planning and analysis for strategic objectives.

Skills

Financial management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Process improvement

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Drive sound financial management and insights into the Leasing European Platform and DCS teams via their management accounts.
• Steer engagement with the Business Leads to assess and challenge Client/Service performance, headcount positions, client wins/losses, revenue pipelines, debt levels, risks & opportunities, etc.
• Prepare financial summaries/report packs and commentary that can be used with confidence in decision making with the business and wider Finance.
• Respond to the business financial queries and close out issues in a timely manner.
• Oversee the monthly close and ensure adherence to policies and procedures: Revenue Recognition, Balance sheet reconciliations, etc.
• Own the team bonus/commission calculation and tracking.
• Drive fair distribution of Platform team allocations and management of allocation keys.
• Drive financial planning and analysis to support business strategic objectives.
• Guide the MD of Leasing Europe throughout the annual performance cycle.
<>Support MD and each country with their Quarterly Forecasts, Annual Budgeting and long term Business Planning to ensure alignment to overall Leasing objectives.
• Inform business cases and appraise new investment decisions.
• Key contact for all Leasing Line of Business queries in Europe and for any global cost/revenue tracking initiatives.
• Drive integration and automation of the finance and business data landscape.
• Enhance reporting landscape and management information packs.
• Drive process efficiencies between business and finance teams to seek out best practice.
• Active member of the wider Finance community, supporting ad hoc requests and change initiatives.

Qualifications

• Fully Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA).
• 8+ years PQE in finance business partnering role.
• Previous experience desirable: Real Estate Brokerage, Professional Services or Facilities Management.
• Building clear and concise presentation decks, charts, comments and actionable insights.
• Experience of driving and leading change: process redesign, systems implementation, outsourcing, etc.
• Confidence in building pricing and forecasting models and ad-hoc data analysis projects.
• Strong drive for continuous improvement and keen interest in automation/AI, etc.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Previous experience dealing with MDs.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence – and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realise your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

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