Finance Manager - Remote
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to interpersonal efficiency and performance.
Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering coordinated real estate solutions.
Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, demonstrating the industry's most robust platform.
CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably outstanding outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
About the role
Runs a broad range of sophisticated analysis and / or reporting activities to measure profitability for a region, line of business or large, complex client.
Includes the management of such functions as budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management reporting processes and work product.
What you’ll do
Leads one or all of the following : budgeting process, forecasting process, and standard management reporting. Establishes overall departmental priorities and ensures that all deadlines are met.
Supervises finance staff including training and running job performance.
Reviews and approves balance sheet account analysis, statement of cash flows and supporting schedules and standard consolidated reporting packs.
Reviews and approves certain PeopleSoft and HFM monthly journal entries.
Conducts other special financial and business studies and other duties as assigned by management. Produces a variety of routine and ad hoc financial reports, packages and proforma analyses for management and planning unit.
Participates in the research, development and preparation of accounting policy and procedures, as required. May act as consultant to management on financial policies, procedures, and applications.
Handles special projects and prepares presentations for senior management.
Supervisory responsibilities
Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.
Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime.
Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies.
Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.
What you’ll need
To perform this job optimally, you must be able 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 the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (BA / BS) from a four-year college or university in a business related field. Requires a minimum of six years related experience.
Real Estate experience is a plus.
CERTIFICATES and / or LICENSES
CPA or MBA (graduate degree) preferred, but not required (depending on experience).
Interpersonal skills
Ability to apply excellent written and verbal communication skills to accurately explain / report activity. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues and work collaboratively with business partners, key employees, top management, and client groups on projects.
Financial knowledge
Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate complex figures. Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
Conducts financial / business analysis including the preparation of reports. Broad, in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), concepts.
SEC reporting experience desired (depending on the specific finance role).
Reasoning ability
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex financial information and transactions and accounting principles. Ability to independently research complex accounting transactions / issues.
Ability to problem-solve, both independently and working as a team. Requires sophisticated and quantitative skills. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Strong digital literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.). Broad experience with other software and financial systems is desired such as HFM Consolidation, PeopleSoft Financials and Cognos Planning.
Knowledge of real estate service industry and terminology is helpful.
Scope of responsibility
Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines.
Responsible for setting work unit and / or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.
Why CBRE?
CBRE prides itself on its RISE values of Respect, integrity, Service and Excellence. CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment.
This role will provide the following benefits : 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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.
We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at [email protected]
com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE : Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and / or rigorous testing.
If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
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