Accountant

About The Role:


Under limited direct supervision, apply cash and accrual accounting principles to prepare, analyze, maintain, and deliver complete and accurate financial reports for a portfolio of CBRE clients and properties.

Please Note:

• This is a hybrid opportunity. This role will require you to work 1-2 days in our Bloomington office.
• The starting compensation for this position ranges between $50,000 - $55,000 annually.
• This position is a part of an expansive career development path. CBRE is looking for accountants to develop into senior partners.

What You'll Do:

• Complete accounting transactions in preparation of client financial statement packages. Create and post journal entries. Ensures that all expenses, receipts, owner's distributions, funding requests and other transactions for the accounting period have been accurately posted.
• Generate and review financial packages for accuracy and comprehensive reporting. Prepares packages on a schedule to ensure timely delivery to the client and other management teams.
• Adhere to Client Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) to ensure internal and external reporting requirements are consistently met.
• Review and audit funding and payment requests for accuracy, documentation, and authorization in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Respond to and resolve issues and requests from management teams and clients regarding various accounting issues and reports, including Profit and Loss statements.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting for assigned property portfolio, new property and client transitions, and client audit requests.
• Assist in training team members on portfolio specific transitions.
• Monitor scope of services delivered and provides results to manager regarding any changes in scope.
• Coordinate work with other team members within single point-of-contact (SPOC) guidelines.

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.

• Degree from a four-year college or university program with an emphasis in accounting, finance or related field required. In lieu of a degree, an associate degree plus 2 years working experience or high school diploma plus four years of related work experience required. A minimum of two years prior accounting, finance, or related experience required. Experience with real estate accounting software preferred.
• Excellent written and social skills, organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely and reliable service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
• 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). Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts intermediate financial analysis.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret sophisticated documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Ability to work in multiple accounting software applications.
• Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and goals. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

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 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.

Coming to work for CBRE, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and extraordinary perks such as career growth and longevity!

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Accountant position is $50,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Accountant position is $55,000 annually.


The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or via telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io (U.S.) and View phone number on click.appcast.io (Canada).