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Associate Real Estate AccountantJob ID83060Posted25-Aug-2022Service lineCorporate SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestAccounting/FinanceLocation(s)Bloomington - Minnesota - United States of AmericaRESPONSIBILITIESUnder 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.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCompletes 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 accounting 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.Performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNo formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. May provide informal assistance such as technical guidance and/or portfolio-specific training to co-workers.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must 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 essential functions.EDUCATION and EXPERIENCEAccreditation or degree from a two-year program with emphasis in accounting or finance plus a minimum of two years accounting or finance experience required. In lieu of accreditation or degree from a two-year program, a high school diploma plus two years of college or related work experience is required.CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSESNoneCOMMUNICATION SKILLSAbility 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.FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGERequires a basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including a basic knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP).REASONING ABILITYAbility to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Ability to solve problems in standard situations. Requires basic analytical skills.OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIESIntermediate knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Ability to work in multiple accounting software applications.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITYDecisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.SAFETYResponsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:1. Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level,2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times,3. Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.4. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required.CBRE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with 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.NOTE: An additional requirement for this role is the ability to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing.CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
