Finance Lead – QLD in Brisbane, Australia

Finance Lead – QLD

Job ID

198938

Posted

20-Dec-2024

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance

Location(s)

Brisbane – Queensland – Australia

Work with a global leader in Commercial Real Estate

Opportunity to work for GWS Local who are the fastest growing business line

Office based in Brisbane with flexible work options

Culture of our team at CBRE

At CBRE, our people enjoy working in a global real estate and property services organization with tremendous scale. Every day you are empowered to be better and this is achieved through the platform and resources you have access to and the ability to work in an inclusive and collaborative environment where you will be challenged to grow and be your best every day.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to join our team. The Finance Business Partner will be responsible for financial & management reporting, processes and procedures and business partnering with the management and operational teams. This role will support QLD / NT / SA /WA.

Here’s a snapshot of your day

• Month-end close; Update Project cost to complete reviews, margin adjustments, variations and profit take-up in ‘Work Order Management systems’, GL Account reconciliations

• Monthly management reporting including the preparation of board packs and associated commentary to assist in decision making

• Forecasting; Deliver accurate P&L forecasting through partnering with the operations team

• Assist project managers in the preparation of accurate cost to complete forecasting

• Forecast tracking during the month, based on project costs to date

• Deliver accurate monthly cash flow forecasts

• Budget – work with management to manage the delivery/reporting and improvement of the annual budget process

• Auditor engagement – provision of audit support at the half/full-year

• Review WIP for risks and work with the administration and operations teams to ensure all invoicing is completed each month

• Review debtors and work with the admin and operations teams to ensure timely receipt of cash as well as the elimination of intercompany debt

• Work across multi-functional teams to improve financial performance

• Be part of UAT for the Integration of new systems

• Understand and implement new policies and procedures

• Work closely with integration team to deliver finance activities

• Mentor a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, training and performance feedback to provide a high level of productivity and professionalism

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Commerce of similar

• At least 5 years’ experience in finance and accounting

• Strong communicator with a hunger for continuous improvement

• Pronto knowledge is favourable but not essential

• Power BI knowledge favourable but not essential

• Sound knowledge and experience in month end financial closing and management reporting

• Attention to detail with quick and accurate turnaround of analyses

• Well-developed business understanding and analytical skills

• Excellent time-management and organisational skills

• Able to work both autonomously and in a team environment

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills

Can we inspire you to join us?

People are the foundation upon which our success is built. Our company is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. Our people are free to expand their skills and knowledge to drive their careers and reach their full potential. 

We value flexibility and our people work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing, development, and performance. Apart of a rewarding career with great developmental opportunities within GWS and across other areas of CBRE, our people benefit from a range of educational, financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits and programs, corporate partnerships, and discounts, CBRE Cares Foundation, competitive leave offerings and paid volunteer days.

We look forward to hearing from you!

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)