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Fund Controller
Job ID
160216
Posted
25-Apr-2024
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance
Location(s)
New York City - New York - United States of America
About The Role
As a fund controller, you will assist the senior controller in coordinating the (fund) reporting by keeping track of timeliness and client expectations, working with internal and external collaborators, and preparing and reviewing fund reporting.
What You’ll Do
Prepares quarterly and annual fund financial statements for a large open-ended RE fund in a timely and accurate manner and assists with audit and tax preparation and review.
Prepare timely and accurate quarterly Fund Flash Report.
Assist in completion of quarterly investor related quarterly questionnaires, RFPs and DDQ.
Participate in the investment oversight within Fund accounting team including performing a secondary review of monthly/quarterly property packages.
Prepares, analyzes, and reviews NAV calculations and financial packages for completion and accuracy. Updates and monitors general ledger activity, and pricing of funds to ensure accuracy of quarterly NAV calculation.
Perform a detailed first-level review of the investor quarterly questionnaires, RFP, DDA, ad hoc investor request, investor audit confirmation etc.
Perform first level review of quarterly distributions notices, NAV Statements, Capital Call allocations.
Prepare or perform a first level review of complex Fund level quarterly debt covenants tests including borrowing base certificates, continuation form, extension form as required by the Lender and Client.
Oversee the fund level treasury and cash management functions including ensuring payments are made on time and as per the treasury policies and procedures.
Produces, reviews, and verifies financial information including investor funded and unfunded commitments, asset accrual methodology, and output, providing qualitative analysis and comments.
May provide informal assistance such as technical guidance, accounting guidance and/or portfolio specific training to others including property accounting managers.
Supports senior team members in the management of risk and compliance activities.
Troubleshoots escalated issues and ensures internal and client requests are handled timely, accurately and with a focus on customer service.Participate in recurring meetings with the client, adding value where needed.
Participates in systems testing and implementation related tasks if necessary.
May act as supervisor for junior team members and provide technical guidance and/or training to others.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
7+ years of accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Prior experience in fund level accounting preferred with real estate accounting background or fund accounting software systems such as Yardi.
Proven technical skills and knowledge of GAAP, FASB, REIS, IFRS, and in-region/in-country standards.
Knowledge of real estate terms, definitions, and real estate analytical methodology.
Strong coordinative skills and well-developed judgment
Excellent verbal and written English interpersonal skills.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret complex documents and solve problems.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the fund controller position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for the fund controller position is $135,000 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 willprovide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
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 recruitingaccomodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)