Finance Associate

About The Role

As a CBRE Finance Associate, you will lead projects, implementations, and training sessions of high complexity related to process improvements.

This job is part of the Financial Strategy and Operations job function. They are responsible for maintaining accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls.

What You'll Do

• Support monthly client invoicing for the account.
• Track and reconcile payments as the client is billed.
• Collect and organize vendor documentation (Adobe Acrobat) to support the team's billing and analytical work.
• Provide internal support on financial reporting, including an outstanding AR report and other recurring reports.
• Serve as a right-hand resource to the Finance Analyst, taking on administrative and organizational tasks to free up time for higher-level analysis.
• Learn CBRE's finance systems and processes, with structured training and mentorship from the account team.
• Manage assigned tasks independently once ramped up, meeting deadlines and proactively flagging any risk to timelines.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 0-1+ years of relevant experience; High School Diploma or GED with 3-4 years of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Basic familiarity with financial reporting concepts (P&L, budget and variance) – coursework-level knowledge is fine.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (comfort with formulas/pivot tables preferred; not required to be advanced).
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat is a plus, not required.
• Strong organizational skills and reliability – able to take ownership of assigned tasks and complete them on schedule.
• Clear communicator, especially around flagging delays or competing priorities to managers.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE

We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.

Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.

Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You’ll have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they’re a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.

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.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Finance Associate position is $53,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Finance Associate position is $75,500 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.

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 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).