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Job ID
100036
Posted
05-Jan-2023
Service line
REI Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Investment Management
Location(s)
Atlanta – Georgia – United States of America
The purpose of this role is to support the Financial Operations Manager in the day to day accounting and operation and in the quarterly reporting cycle of the segregated client accounts and fund of fund vehicles within GIP. Requires only technical guidance from senior staff. May supervise a team.
Manages a team and reviews client reporting for separate account clients of mixed complexity. Reviews the latest prices obtained from underlying managers. Manages the quarterly and annual reporting for fund of fund vehicles. Reviews valuations and performance for a number of mixed complexity separate accounts, and for all fund of fund vehicles. Reviews junior team member’s work product, including NAV calculations, financial reporting, to ensure its complete, accurate and timely release to internal departments and external clients. Prepares foreign currency hedging for fund of fund vehicles. Reviews foreign currency hedging calculations relating to segregated accounts. May maintain relationships with external parties. Manages financial/legal/tax risks and ensures control framework is followed. Remains current with changing environment/regulations, responsible for impact on fund accounting practice. Liaises with fund administrators, custodians, and auditors, managing the day to day relationship and conducting service level reviews. Is a contact point for investors.
Troubleshoots escalated issues and ensures internal and external client requests are handled timely, accurately and with a focus on client service. Creates a positive client experience by opening and maintaining constructive and reliable lines of communication.
Reviews items being handled by junior team members. Participates in the implementation and maintenance of the accounting/reporting systems, may be a point of contact for system provider. Coordinates and ensures completion of annual audits by required deadlines. Works with other internal teams in handling special requirements or projects. Other duties as assigned.
Has formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to co-workers. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. May coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project. Involved in the recruitment process.
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University/college educated preferably with a relevant Finance/Accounting degree. A minimum of 5 years PQE required. Prior experience in fund level accounting required with real estate accounting or fund accounting software systems.
Requires prior supervisory experience and experience with real estate accounting or fund accounting software systems. Advance technical financial skills and comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, INREV, IFRS, and in-region/in-country standards. Recognized Accountant qualifications in relevant jurisdictions, or qualified by experience (minimum ten years relevant experience) Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Ability to effectively write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style. Ability to effectively respond, verbally and written, to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints. Ability to make effective presentations on general topics. Ability to inspire and motivate employees and client groups to take desired action. Requires a high level of commitment to client service, whether co-workers or clients. Requires advanced knowledge of GAAP, INREV and IFRS standards including a detailed knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP). Ability to calculate performance of investments. Conducts financial analysis of complex underlying investments. Ability to identify and analyze problems with limited information, then recommend more than one resolution alternative. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Advanced math and analytical skills and ability to apply them and in the pursuit of diverse situations. Strong knowledge of real estate terms, definitions, and real estate analytical methodology. Knowledge of Company financial systems as well as internal and external information sources. Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Ability to work in multiple accounting software applications. May need ability to travel. Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or deliverable deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to clients and department.
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.
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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.
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