Finance Sr Analyst

CBRE Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Finance Analyst to apply advanced cash and accrual accounting skills to prepare, evaluate, and deliver accurate financial reports for a complex portfolio of CBRE clients and properties.

You will maintain accounting policies and controls within the Financial Strategy and Operations function. Responsibilities include posting journal entries, preparing financial packages on schedule, auditing funding requests, and communicating complex information clearly to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to analyze complex problems using standard procedures and judgement.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and deliver financial reports for a portfolio of clients and properties.
• Create and post journal entries and ensure expenses and other transactions are recorded.
• Generate and review financial packages and ensure timely delivery to clients and management.
• Review funding and payment requests for accuracy and authorization.
• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong organizational skills

Ability to analyze solutions

Advanced math skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience in lieu of degree acceptable

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

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.

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.

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.

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

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.