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Assistant Property Accounting Controller


Company : CBRE


Location : New York City, NY


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About The Role: CBREu2019s Investment Accounting & Reporting Solutions group is seeking an Assistant Property Accounting Controller to join a collaborative team focused supporting a portfolio of clients. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and analysis of fund operations. What You'll Do: u00b7 Complete and oversee advanced level accounting transactions in preparation of client financial statement packages. u00b7 Create and post journal entries. u00b7 Ensure all expenses, receipts, owner's distributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accounting period have been accurately posted. u00b7 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. u00b7 Adhere to Client Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) to ensure internal and external reporting requirements are consistently met. u00b7 Review and audit funding and payment requests for accuracy, documentation and authorization in accordance with established operating procedures. u00b7 Respond to and resolve issues and requests from management teams and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports, including Profit and Loss statements. u00b7 Research open accounting issues and recognizes potential issues and/or conflicts so corrective action can intercept and minimize issues. u00b7 Create or review complex property budgets and forecasting for assigned property portfolios. u00b7 Participate in new property and client transitions, and client audit requests. u00b7 Communicate requests for additional services from clients and the field to senior management and understands the scope of accounting services for the properties in portfolio. u00b7 May oversee the completion of projects including independent preparation and review of CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations, purchase/sale proration, lease abstract analysis, property software setups, and opening/closing entry generations. u00b7 Coordinate work with other team members within single point-of-contact (SPOC) guidelines. u00b7 Troubleshoot issues to ensure internal and external requests are handled timely, accurately, and with a focus on customer service. u00b7 Coach junior staff on an informal basis. u00b7 Support internal and external audits, providing required documentation and explanations. u00b7 Ensure adherence to CBREu2019s IA&R standards, SOX compliance (if applicable), and clientu2011specific policies. u00b7 Oversee workload planning, review work product, and provide ongoing training to ensure high performance and technical accuracy. u00b7 Foster a culture of continuous improvement, process standardization, and operational efficiency. u00b7 Drive improvements in accounting procedures, reporting automation, and workflow efficiencies. u00b7 Support onboarding of new clients and transition of new scopes of work. 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. u00b7 Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience required. u00b7 Experience with fund (NAV) accounting required, with real estate industry exposure preferred. u00b7 Experience with accounting software systems such as Yardi preferred. u00b7 Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP). u00b7 Technical financial skills and knowledge of GAAP, FASB, REIS, IFRS, and in-region/in-country standards where applicable. u00b7 Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fastu2011paced, clientu2011focused environment. u00b7 Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and related tools. u00b7 Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with clients and crossu2011functional teams. u00b7 Strong quantitative skills, with the ability to perform moderately complex financial calculations such as percentages, fractions, and related numerical analyses. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidateu2019s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $120,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $145,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidateu2019s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBREu2019s applicable benefit program. Why CBRE When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values u2014 respect, integrity, service and excellence u2014 and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications. Disclaimers Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicant AI Use Disclosure We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process. These updates reflect our commitment to clarity, inclusivity, and a consistent candidate experience across all postings. I ask you to encourage your teams to begin incorporating the updated statements into all new job adverts immediately - this will help us maintain alignment with our brand tone and hiring values. About CBRE Group, Inc. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the worldu2019s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidateu2019s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $105,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $125,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidateu2019s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBREu2019s applicable benefit program. 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 companyu2019s 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 or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)