Assistant Controller Job ID 225034 Posted 19-Jun-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Finance, Property Management Location(s) Los Angeles - California - United States of America **About The Role:** As a CBRE Assistant Controller, you will lead a team of accountants responsible for providing client financial reporting to assigned portfolios. You will ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial reports and oversee the day-to-day accounting operations. This job is within the General Accounting functional area which oversees accounting operations of the organization and handles financial reporting and auditing. **What You'll Do:** + Apply knowledge of own job and it integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives + Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex issues which may or may not be evident in existing systems/processes + Coordinate and supervise the team's daily activities + Lead team impact on quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of the job and department + Exchange and explain difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle sensitive issues + Influence parties of shared interests to reach an agreement + Review financial packages for accuracy before releasing to internal departments and external clients + Confirm completion of debt, real estate taxes, sales taxes, and owner distribution payments + Assist with internal and external property and client transitions and external audits as needed + Suggest consulting opportunities based on knowledge of the department's pricing platform + Audit monthly pricing worksheets and enter allocations into the accounting system + Evaluate accounts receivable reports to confirm reconciliations are complete and resolve open issues for the team + Partner with internal teams to ensure that a client's agreement is being followed and met + Verify client fees are correct according to the rules in the Management Agreement + Review budgets and annual year-end recovery calculations to ensure timely completion + Provide formal supervision to employees, monitor the training and development of staff, conduct performance evaluations and coaching, and oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees + Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values **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. + Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered + Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention preferred + Leadership skills to motivate the team to achieve broad operational targets + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook + Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mentality + Advanced math skills, with the ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations **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 — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential. **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. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Assistant Controller position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Assistant Controller position is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com 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)