Finance Director
Job ID
128079
Posted
07-Jul-2023
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance
Location(s)
Remote – US – Remote – US – United States of America
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a significant contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated 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 superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.
About the role
Responsible for developing and owning the following finance functions, but is not limited to annual budget preparation, monthly forecasting, tactical plan, management reporting, and other special projects for a platform support team or teams supporting a platform leader for a client supporting a Client Account leader.
What you’ll do
Responsible for the planning and execution of the budgeting process, forecasting process, and standard management reporting. Establishes overall departmental priorities and ensures that all deadlines are met.
Assists Executive Management with setting direction for the business. Reviews input from staff and business leaders to assist with planning process.
Provides commentary and guidance to finance management and business leaders with respect to critical initiatives.
Works closely with Operations to support other initiatives in the business which could include but is not limited to: pricing, global reporting, strategic analytics with a focus on improving margins and finding opportunities in the business for growth.
Ensures complete knowledge of monthly results. Directs staff in preparation of results presentation to senior finance management. Assists in presentation of results to senior finance management and business leaders.
Leads special projects and prepares presentations for senior management.
Facilitates review and approval of capex projects in accordance with the company approval guidelines and capital request processes as well as acquisition earn-outs / deferred purchase payment obligations. Reviews submissions from the businesses and presents to executive management for approval.
Assesses staffing levels and skills to evaluate department needs. Identifies and provides development opportunities for staff.
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. Optimally 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 proficiencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company’s values.
What you’ll need
To perform this job successfully, a you are able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university in a business related field.
Requires a minimum of eight years related experience to include at least three years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
Public accounting experience preferred.
CPA or MBA (graduate degree) preferred, but not required (depending on experience).
Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
Reviews financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates.
Ability to analyze the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions.
Develops and implements financial policies and procedures.
Broad, in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), concepts.
SEC reporting experience desired (depending on the specific finance role).
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 ~~~ or via telephone at +~~~ (U.S.) and +~~~ (Canada).
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 ~~~ or via telephone at +~~~ (U.S.) and +~~~ (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.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
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