Senior Real Estate Accountant

Company: CBRE
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Senior Real Estate Accountant

Job ID

188987

Posted

16-Oct-2024

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance

Location(s)

Chicago - Illinois - United States of America

About The Role:


We are looking for a Senior Real Estate Accountant for CBRE's Property Management team based in Chicago, IL. Contributors in this role are responsible for the accounting activities associated with maintaining ledger accounts and for developing financial statements and reports, as well as providing functional advice or training to less experienced accountants.


What You'll Do:

• Review and process invoices and enter data into the accounting databases.
• Research and resolve accounts receivable issues.
• Analyze records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness.
• Close month-end accounting books. Reconcile balance sheet and profit and loss statement.
• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and other accounting statements or financial reports.
• Analyze accounting variances and prepare variance explanation reports.
• Prepare and review projections to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition.
• Maintain, record, and reconcile billings and accounts receivables for medium to large accounts.
• Examine finance statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles.
• Create month-end accounting entries and reconcile discrepancies,
• Record complex business transactions in the general ledger.
• Provide informal assistance such as technical mentorship or training to colleagues.
  
  What You'll Need:
  
  
  To perform this job successfully, an individual will need 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 essential functions.
  
  Applicants should be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4+ years professional accounting experience required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable service to customers.
  • Ability to effectively present information.
  • Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize data and prepare clear, concise financial reports.
  • Should have ability to convey complex financial issues to laypersons.
  • Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations is required.
  • Advanced understanding of accounting and bookkeeping concepts is required.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite applications. Ability to design and produce various ad-hoc reports. Advanced knowledge of computer applications related to real estate accounting or financial management systems.
    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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