Retail Finance Accounting Lead

Lead and Grow with CBRE's Retail Property Portfolio

CPA Australia – Recognised Employer Program Partner

Sydney | Land of the Gadigal People

At CBRE we are seeking an experienced Retail Finance Accounting Lead who combines technical excellence with strategic vision for a key retail client. Working closely with cross-functional teams you will deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting, budgets, and forecasts across a portfolio of retail assets.

The Opportunity

• • Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts.
• • Review and approve journal entries prepared by the accounting group and manage the preparation of operational and financial statements.
• • Prepare and manage outgoings reconciliations, budgets, and wash-ups.
• • Oversee and manage the calculation of Percentage Rent, Extended Trade, Occupancy Capping, and Direct Recharges including overview of major tenant's calculations
• • Ensure compliance with company policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and regulations.
• • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA/CA or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Several years of experience in retail property accounting, including demonstrated experience in progressively responsible supervisory/management positions.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with senior management, employees, and external auditors.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting systems and software. (MRI, Yardi)
• A motivated and experienced finance professional with a passion for leadership and development with a focus on delivering high-quality results

So, what's in it for you?

Joining our team means surrounding yourself with talented, driven professionals who are at the top of their field. Your journey starts here…

• Uncapped opportunities to develop your career within the property Industry
• Structured career development to support you and explore your learning potential and career goals
• Parental leave which is industry leading.
• Form an integral part of an enormously successful team who outperform in the market year on year.
• Working with an organisation like ours will take your career to the next level-the sky's the limit.
• The Opportunity to join a global brand with a growing national team
• We are proud to be certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace in Australia. This is a great recognition to our different policies, programs and benefits which help us build a great family friendly workplace culture.

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 chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Can we inspire you to join us?

At CBRE, our unwavering commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion begins with you. We are strengthening our inclusive culture, so everyone feels safe, valued, and heard. Because when you belong, we all succeed.

We are striving to remove barriers and improve the employment prospects of people with disability or long-term health conditions. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process.

We welcome and encourage First Nations People to apply.

This is the place where talented people who want to do impactful work can realise potential in every dimension.

We look forward to hearing from you #WeAreCBRE

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.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment background screening by our external third-party provider.