Finance Analyst Job ID 185593 Posted 23-Sep-2024 Service line Corporate Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Finance Location(s) Richardson - Texas - United States of America **About the Role:** As a CBRE Finance Analyst, you will help support accounting, analysis and reporting activities associated with benefit and compensation programs (an annual spend over $1Bn approx.) for a population of over 115,000 employees (35% US) based in over 70 countries. You'll serve as the finance partner for the People (HR), Total Rewards, Global Benefits and US Payroll organization and support the financial planning and segment-regional-local controllership teams. The ideal candidate must be solution-oriented and be able to communicate effectively across finance and non-finance functions. This job is part of the Financial Strategy and Operations job function. They are responsible for maintaining accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls. **What You’ll Do:** + Support the accounting and operations for US and Global benefit and compensation programs and its related transactions. + Assist the Compensation and Benefits (as applicable) areas for the monthly close which includes coordinating with Segment Accounting Teams, Business Finance, People Teams, and the Shared Services Organization. + Conduct moderate to complex reconciliations and ensure accuracy and completeness of data flowing thru various stages to ultimately general ledger. + Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. + Contribute to key accounting projects and deliverables to ensure reporting accuracy and that departmental deadlines are met. + Assist the Compensation and Benefits team in meeting the organization’s internal and external auditors on accounting matters. + Help prepare key internal financial reports; including partnering with Business Finance (Financial Planning) to explain variances. + Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. + Impact the quality of own work. + Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. + Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding. + Analyze records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses. + Assist in preparation of special studies, analyses, and recommendations in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, and business forecasts. + Prepare reports analyzing specific aspects of department structures, functions and operational procedures and recommends ways to improve efficiency and/or effectiveness. **What You’ll Need:** _Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future._ _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._ **What You’ll Need:** + Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. + Payroll/benefits/compensation experience preferred. + Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems. + Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments. + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. + Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset. + Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations. **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 (http://https//www.cbre.com/about-us/culture-and-history) 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. **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. CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)