Divisional Finance Director

About the Role

As a CBRE Divisional FinanceDirector, you will be the finance leader for a Direct Line Divisional andoversee all of its financial responsibilities. You will contribute to theDivision's growth plan by setting and delivering key initiatives, leadingpeople and processes, engaging closely with customers, and governing thecompany's financial reporting and compliance requirements. This job is part ofthe Financial Strategy and Operations job function, which maintains accounting,financial, and reporting policies and controls.

Working closely with the DivisionLeadership Team, you will identify, analyze and implement ways to improvebusiness performance. You will add value to decision making and help developand implement the divisional and company business plan.

Buy-in from the DivisionLeadership Team is critical to your success. So is a deep understanding of the Divisionand its customers, combined with consistent application of finance processesand procedures.

What You'll Do

Customersand Business Partnership

• Build strong working relationships with theManaging Director and the Division senior management team.

• Work with the wider CBRE Finance,Controllership, Business Service Organization (BSO) and Financial Planning& Analysis (FP&A) teams to fulfill ad hoc information requests.

• Understand, report on and deliver complexcontractual obligations, such as glide path savings and customer Gross MaximumPrice (GMP) commitments, and recognize revenue and costs on time.

• Drive CBRE transformation and clientinitiatives, working with other functions to align deliverables and results.

• Work with the Operations team to supportinitiatives within the business.

• Negotiate with external partners, vendors andcustomers with divergent interests to reach a common goal.

FinancialReporting

• Review and challenge monthly Division profit andloss (P&L) statements, balance sheets and forecast submissions.

• Participate in formal monthly Division reviewsand regular contract and project reviews, prioritizing underperformingcontracts and projects.

• Oversee the preparation of accurate Divisionalreports in line with the company timetable, including monthly reporting, plansand forecasts.

• Prepare cost-benefit reports and proactiveanalysis to improve BU performance.

• Assess forecast and plan submissions andidentify risks and opportunities in the underlying assumptions.

• Drive continuous improvement in the timeliness,accuracy and efficiency of reporting.

• Provide ad hoc support and financial analysis asrequired.

Planning,Budgeting and Strategy

• Plan and execute budgeting, forecasting andstrategic planning processes, and standard management reporting.

• Lead the annual and quarterly Division plansubmissions, identifying risks and opportunities based on trends and businessknowledge.

• Lead discussions on budgeting and forecastinganalysis and how it correlates with actual performance.

• Challenge the Division when performance trendsoff track.

• Ensure balance sheet and cash flow plans areprepared.

• Review input from staff and business partners tosupport strategic planning, and contribute to the divisional strategy andTarget Operating Model.

• Execute capex projects under company approvalguidelines.

FinancialGovernance and Controls

• Own the financial integrity of the DivisionP&L and balance sheet.

• Ensure CBRE and statutory reporting andgovernance obligations are met and applied consistently across the division.

• Hold Division finance managers accountable forbalance sheet governance and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controlrequirements.

• Develop financial policies and procedures, alongwith targets and benchmarking processes, to challenge the financial informationthat divisional finance staff provide.

• Manage overheads actively and look forefficiency savings.

• Provide information and resolve issues raised byexternal and internal auditors.

Leadershipand People Management

• Provide formal supervision to employees, giveregular feedback and guidance to BU finance managers, and oversee recruitingand hiring. Track training and development and conduct performance evaluationsand coaching.

• Build, lead and motivate a diverse, effectiveteam and empower members to take responsibility and accountability. Coordinatethe team's daily activities: set work schedules, assign tasks, cross-trainstaff, and set and track deadlines.

• Lead structured performance management, personaldevelopment, talent and succession activities to build a strong pipeline oftalent, and communicate regularly with divisional finance and contract supportstaff on operational objectives and achievements.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholdersacross Operations, Finance, Controllership, BSO and FP&A. Make surebusiness issues are identified promptly, escalated to the right level andtracked through the monthly contract, project and Division review process.

• Work with management to establish departmentalpriorities to meet deadlines, applying strong knowledge of multipledisciplines, the business, and the key drivers that affect departmental andcross-functional performance.

• Lead by example and model behaviors consistentwith CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and colleagues to take action, guidedby the organization's functional business plans.

• Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex,operational and organizational problems using the right resources within oroutside the department, and significantly improve existing methods, processesand standards within the job discipline.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years ofrelevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience andeducation will be considered.

• Professional accounting qualification, such asChartered Accountant (or equivalent), preferred.

• Experience in the areas of staffing, selection,training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, andrewarding performance and retention is preferred.

• Leadership skills to set, manage and achievetargets with a direct impact on multiple departments results within a function,and the ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficultinformation, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products.Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Expert organizational skills, an advancedinquisitive mindset, and sophisticated math skills, including the ability tocalculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and otherfinancial-related calculations.

• Hands-on experience managing teams in a complexmultinational environment, including continental Europe, with an understandingof cross-border, multi-service-line operations, a track record of achievingresults through others, and commercial acumen.

• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills,with the ability to influence cross-functional and cross-business teams in amatrix environment and a customer focus toward internal and external customers.

• A calm manner under pressure and changingpriorities, a confidential and discreet approach, and willingness to travel asthe role requires.

• Preferred: service industry experience,including GMP, cost plus and fixed price commercial models; involvement inacquisitions and the integration of new businesses; and formal managementtraining.

All details areprovided for guidance only. They do not necessarily limit the responsibilitiesand accountabilities of the job. Full details of employment terms are providedwithin offers of employment and the appropriate company policies.

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 forwardthinking 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 realize your full potential.

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.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

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

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

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EQUAL PAY DISCLAIMER: (ONLY REQUIRED ON POSTINGS WHERE STATES REQUIRE PAY TRANSPARENCY) CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Divisional Finance Director is $190,000 annually and the maximum of $225,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.  This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance

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