Assistant Fund Accounting Controller

CBRE; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a seasoned fund accounting professional to join our team in Hartford. You will prepare, analyze, and review NAV calculations, input daily activities, and produce investor-focused financial statements.

The role emphasizes accuracy, client service, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of fund accounting experience, knowledge of GAAP, and proficiency with Yardi.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with fund (NAV) accounting and real estate exposure preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FASB, and related financial terms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and review periodic NAV calculations.
• Input daily trading, general ledger activity, and pricing of funds to ensure accuracy of daily NAV calculation.
• Produce fund financial statements and other required financial information for investors.

Skills

NAV accounting

GAAP knowledge

MS Excel

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Yardi

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, analyze, and review periodic NAV calculations.
• Input daily trading, general ledger activity, and pricing of funds to ensure accuracy of daily NAV calculation.
• Produce fund financial statements and other required financial information including investor commitments, asset accrual methodology, and output.
• Perform detailed review of monthly property level reports.
• Assist the treasury, cash management, and accounting function of the fund. Post journal entries and money‑movement transactions.
• Prepare investment and position reconciliations and daily reconciliation of cash balances.
• Prepare investor capital call and distribution notices.
• Troubleshoot issues to ensure internal and external requests are handled timely, accurately, and with a focus on customer service.
• Coordinate work with other team members within single point‑of‑contact (SPOC) guidelines.
• Coach junior staff on an informal basis.
• Support internal and external audits, providing required 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 transition of new scopes of work.

What You’ll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. 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 essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Experience with fund (NAV) accounting required, with real estate industry exposure preferred. Knowledge of NACREIF and MSCI preferred.
• Experience with accounting software systems such as Yardi preferred.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP).
• Technical financial skills and knowledge of GAAP, FASB, REIS, IFRS, and in‑region/in‑country standards where applicable.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced, client‑focused environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and related tools.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with clients and cross‑functional teams.
• Strong quantitative skills, with the ability to perform 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 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 realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

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

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.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in 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, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.