Senior Finance Analyst

• Global financial services client
• Opportunity for an experienced Finance Analyst to work in a vibrant, thriving corporate environment
• Based in Sydney CBD | Land of the Gadigal people

About CBRE

CBRE is the world's leading and largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, servicing over 90% of the world's Fortune 100 companies. Our Global Workplace Solutions division (GWS) is comprised of the best and brightest industry professionals, at the forefront of innovation, and highly invested in the development and unique needs of our diverse employees and global clients.

About the Role:

The Senior Finance Analyst will be responsible for supporting the smooth operation of the service delivery teams on the Client's account across all ANZ Regions in the most cost effective and efficient manner. Based in Sydney, this person will also provide significant support to the APAC Finance Lead with operational financial support. The Senior Finance Analyst position is a client facing hands-on role which will have high interface with the Client, CBRE employees and potentially key vendors.

What You'll Do:

• To provide exceptional customer service and business support to contribute to the continued growth and success
• Issue purchase orders for call outs, monthly maintenance visits, delivery of materials etc
• Ensure use of preferred suppliers is maximized and best practice is in place
• Facilitate vendor payment processing
• Assist Facilities Management team and APAC Finance Lead with client financial queries and reporting including month-end activities, budgets and forecasts and ensure accuracy in reporting and internal reporting requirements are met.
• Assist in accrual data compiling and seeking clarification from FM, Engineering and Guest Relations teams.
• Create PO's in CBRE in house systems and maintain records to ensure this is managed pro-actively
• Ensure integrity of financial transactions for contract
• Initiate and coordinate on-boarding and departure process for third-party contractors
• Provide other administrative support to the management team when required with tasks relating to Vendor Management, Projects, Budgets and Financials
• Always act legally and within the parameters of accepted business practice. Undertake no course of action that may result in legal action against CBRE or otherwise bring the company into disrepute
• Other tasks as required to meet Master Service Agreement deliverables

What You'll Need:

• Experience in AP/AR in property industry or graduate in Accounting and/or Finance is advantageous
• Experience using JD Edwards and Coupa would be desirable but is not essential.
• Preferable prior experience in property or hospitality services
• Excellent customer service relationship and communication skills
• Self-starter, proven ability to take initiatives and get things done without much supervision
• Ability to prioritise multiple requests and coordinate effective and supportive responses in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to liaise with CBRE employees and clients.
• Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to manage workflow and priorities to meet deadlines.
• Good attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• The ability to respond quickly to change and adopt a flexible and innovative approach to problems and opportunities.
• Intermediate to advanced level in core Microsoft packages – particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Dependable and flexible approach, able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Assertiveness – confident and effective in putting across point of view to others
• Persistence – does not let issues go; follow up on issues through to resolution
• Client and team focus – put client's and team's needs first; always consider impact of actions on clients and team

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.

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.