Real Estate Accountant
Company: CBRE
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 2, 2024
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Job Description:
Real Estate Accountant
Job ID
163323
Posted
29-Apr-2024
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance, Property Management
Location(s)
Chicago - Illinois - United States of America
Are you ready to start an exciting career with CBRE?
About the role
What you'll do
Complete intermediate to advanced level accounting transactions in
preparation of client financial statement packages. Create and post
journal entries. 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.
Adhere to Client Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) to
ensure internal and external reporting requirements are
consistently met.
Review and audit funding and payment requests for accuracy,
documentation and authorization in accordance with established
operating procedures.
Respond to and resolve issues and requests from management teams
and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports,
including Profit and Loss statements. Research open issues and
recognizes potential issues and/or conflicts so corrective action
can intercept and minimize issues.
Participate in budgeting and forecasting for assigned property
portfolio, new property and client transitions, and client audit
requests.
Assist in training team members on portfolio specific
transitions.
Monitor scope of services delivered and provides general feedback
to manager regarding any changes in scope.
Coordinate work with other team members within single
point-of-contact guidelines.
What you'll need
To perform this job successfully, 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.
Applicants should be currently authorized to work in the United
States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the
future.
Degree from a four-year college or university program with an
emphasis in accounting, finance or related field required. A
minimum of two years prior finance, accounting, or related
experience required. Experience with real estate accounting
software preferred.
Excellent written and verbal skills. Strong organizational and
analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable
and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present
information.
Requires intermediate 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 calculate intermediate figures such as percentages,
discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts intermediate financial
analysis.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations.
Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
General 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. Responsible for setting own
project timelines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact
to co-workers and supervisor.
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.
Coming to work for CBRE, you will receive a comprehensive benefits
package, 401k, and extraordinary perks such as career growth and
longevity!
Equal Employment Opportunity: 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.
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 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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