Job Description

About the role

Join our CBRE team in Boston! We are enthusiastic to present a wonderful opportunity to you!

Under general supervision, applies cash accounting principles to prepare, analyze, maintain and deliver complete and accurate financial reports for basic portfolios of CBRE clients and properties.

Working onsite in downtown Boston, MA USA.

What you\'ll do

• Completes basic level accounting transactions in preparation of client financial statement packages. Creates and posts journal entries. Ensures that all expenses, receipts, owner\'s distributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accounting period have been accurately posted.
• Generates and reviews financial packages for accuracy and comprehensive reporting. Prepares packages on a schedule to ensure timely delivery to the client and other management teams.
• Adheres to Client Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) to ensure internal and external reporting requirements are consistently met.
• Reviews and audits funding and payment requests for accuracy, documentation and authorization in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Responds to and resolves issues and requests from management teams and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports, including Profit and Loss statements. Researches open issues and recognizes potential issues and/or conflicts so corrective action can intercept and minimize issues.
• May participate in budget and forecasting functions for assigned property portfolio.
• Coordinates work with other team members within single point-of-contact (SPOC) guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you\'ll need

An individual should be able to perform each essential 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 role.

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

Accreditation from a two-year program with emphasis in accounting or finance required plus a minimum of two years accounting experience required.

Degree from a four-year college or university program with an emphasis in finance, accounting or related field preferred.

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

Requires a basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including a knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP).

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems and requires basic analytical skills.

Intermediate knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Ability to navigate in multiple accounting software applications.

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

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.

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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.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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