Assistant Fund Accounting Controller

CBRE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an Assistant Fund Accounting Controller within the Investment Accounting & Reporting Solutions group in the United States. The role focuses on financial accounting, reporting and analysis of fund operations for a portfolio of clients, with emphasis on NAV calculations and fund statements.

You will input daily trading and general ledger activity, post journal entries, coordinate with SPOC guidelines, support audits, and help drive process improvements, automation, and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of GAAP and FASB regulations.
• Experience with fund (NAV) accounting and real estate preferred.
• Strong communication and client-service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and review periodic NAV calculations.
• Input daily trading, GL activity, and pricing of funds for NAV accuracy.
• Produce fund financial statements and investor capital information.
• Post journal entries and money-movement transactions.
• Prepare investor capital call and distribution notices.
• Assist audits and provide required documentation.

Skills

NAV calculations

GAAP knowledge

Yardi

Microsoft Excel

communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Yardi

Job description

About The Role:

CBRE’s Investment Accounting & Reporting Solutions group is seeking an Assistant Fund Accounting Controller to join a collaborative team focused supporting a portfolio of clients. This role is responsible for aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and analysis of fund operations.

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 NCREIF 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.

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.

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.

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 [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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