Senior Accountant

CBRE Group, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Remote work

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Accountant to apply advanced accounting fundamentals to create, review, and organize complex financial statements and reports for the company.

The role is remote and full-time, offering a competitive base salary between $65,500 and $70,000 per year with bonus eligibility and opportunities to participate in CBRE's broader accounting initiatives. This position is part of the General Accounting function and supports month-end close, reconciliations, and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Advanced math skills for financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and payroll.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure accuracy of taxes and financial data.
• Close month-end entries and reconcile balance sheets and P&L statements.
• Post to GL, analyze variances, and forecast changes to the business.
• Review variance explanations for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor accounts receivable and ensure proper recording of payments.
• Assist with accounting system conversions or enhancements.
• Analyze invoicing data, resolve AR issues, and ensure timely cash applications.
• Operate within standardized procedures to meet deadlines.
• Explain complex information clearly to others.

Skills

Advanced accounting fundamentals

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

As a CBRE Sr. Accountant, you will apply advanced accounting fundamentals to create, review, and organize complex financial statements and reports.

This job is part of the General Accounting job function. They are responsible for the development and day-to-day maintenance of accounting processes and procedures.

Note

• This is a remote full-time opportunity.
• The compensation for this position ranges between $65,500 - $70,000 annually.
• This position is bonus eligible!

What You’ll Do

• Prepare financial documents including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and payroll.
• Follow standards and rules when keeping accounts. Ensure the general ledger, taxes, and other financial information data are correct and up to date.
• Close month-end accounting entries and reconcile balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Post to GL and reviews variances to budget and review data to forecast changes to the business.
• Review variance explanation reports for accuracy.
• Track accounts receivable and confirm all payments are properly recorded. Check all accounts to make sure they have the correct balances.
• Assist with accounting system conversions or enhancements and educate peers on changes.
• Evaluate billing and invoicing data in the accounting databases and submit cash applications. Research and resolve accounts receivable issues.
• 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.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mentality is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with exciting work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and dedication to results! To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training, and leaders in the industry.

Our culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Crafting the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and extraordinary perks such as career growth and longevity!

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