Audit Associate

at CBRE in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Audit Associate

Job ID

177760

Posted

24-Jul-2024

Service line

Corporate Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance

Location(s)

Chicago – Illinois – United States of America

About the Role:

As a CBRE Audit Associate, you’ll be responsible for understanding business processes, assessing small to medium-sized risks to business objectives, evaluating control effectiveness, and documenting audit projects.

This job is part of the Audit job function. They are responsible for the monitoring and review of financial processes and reporting for external auditors, regulatory authorities, etc.

What You’ll Do:

+ Conduct audits using an agile methodology to meet the needs of the company’s global businesses and service lines.

+ Perform substantive basic audit testing verifying the effectiveness of established processes and procedures. Verbally communicate and confirm audit findings identified through detailed testing.

+ Audit the accounting & statistical data of a department, division or location in order to verify accuracy and compliance with plans, policies, and procedures prescribed by management.

+ Conduct client interviews to understand and document processes and procedures.

+ Interpret policies and procedures and apply professional accounting and auditing fundamentals and standards to test and evaluate financial records and operational systems.

+ Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them.

+ Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.

+ Impact the quality of own work.

+ Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ Exchange straightforward information, asks questions, and check for understanding.

What You’ll Need:

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

+ Bachelor’s Degree preferred with up to 3 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. CPA, CA, CISA, or CIA certification preferred.

+ Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.

+ Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.

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

+ Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.

+ Intermediate math skills.

+ Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mentality is encouraged. You’ll realize your potential with exciting work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and dedication to results! To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.

Our culture is built on ourRISE (http://https://www.cbre.com/about-us/culture-and-history) values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Crafting the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive.

Coming to work for CBRE, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and extraordinary perks such as career growth and longevity!

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)