Senior AR Analyst- Talent Community

CBRE Group, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. in Cleveland seeks an AP/AR Accounting Sr. Associate to prepare financial data for accounts payable and receivable, and to support month-end close activities.

The role includes reviewing invoices, reconciling accounts, and optimizing cash management, with emphasis on accuracy and process improvements. You will collaborate with staff and management, verify transactions, and assist with regulatory reporting while coaching teammates and upholding CBRE values in a dynamic real

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of job-related experience.
• Ability to explain complex concepts or sensitive information.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain complex journal entries, ledgers, and other financial records.
• Manage month-end reporting for Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Verify credit lines, vendor relations, and processing of payments.
• Reconcile records with internal employees, management, external vendors, and customers.
• Review and confirm internal consistency, completeness, and accuracy of account documents.
• Escalate unresolved vendor, invoice, and reporting issues to accountants and supervisor.
• Work with staff and management to ensure appropriate expenditure of corporate funds.
• Verify and posts details of business transactions. Compile data and prepare various reports.
• Assist with ad hoc accounting projects including preparation of annual regulatory reporting.
• Provide informal training and coaching to coworkers.
• Resolve complex problems and identify appropriate approaches to existing solutions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Cleveland - Ohio - United States of America

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About the Role

As a CBRE AP/AR Accounting Sr. Associate, you will be responsible for preparing financial data in the areas of Accounts Payable and Receivable.

This job is part of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable function. They are responsible for reviewing and paying invoices and cash management activities such as reconciliation and bank account reviews.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and maintain complex journal entries, ledgers, and other financial records. Manage month-end reporting for Accounts Payable and Receivable.
• Verify credit lines, vendor relations, and processing of payments.
• Reconcile records with internal employees, management, external vendors, and customers.
• Review and confirm internal consistency, completeness, and accuracy of account documents.
• Escalate unresolved vendor, invoice, and reporting issues to accountants and supervisor.
• Work with staff and management to ensure appropriate expenditure of corporate funds. This includes maximizing vendor discounts and bidding opportunities.
• Verify and posts details of business transactions. Compile data and prepare various reports.
• Assist with ad hoc accounting projects including preparation of annual regulatory reporting.
• Provide informal training and coaching to coworkers.
• Resolve complex problems and identify appropriate approaches to existing solutions to accomplish team objectives.
• May establish new techniques to ensure the team is able to meet its objectives.
• Has a direct impact on the team objectives as well as the objectives of related teams.
• Ensure personal and team outcomes have a positive impact on customer objectives.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Guide team through the application of basic knowledge of practices and procedures. Work to build consensus.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of job-related experience.
• Prior shift leader or supervisory experience preferred.
• In-depth understanding of a range of processes, procedures, systems, and concepts within own job function and basic knowledge of related job functions required.
• Requires the ability to explain complex concepts or sensitive information.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills with a master-level inquisitive mindset.
• Exceptional math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial related calculations.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CBRE has 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).

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.

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 and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. The company has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, critical infrastructure); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com .