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Sr. Finance Manager

CBRE

Redmond, WAOn Site

Original Job Summary

About The Role

As a CBRE Finance Sr. Manager, you will lead a team responsible for producing all output associated with Finance Strategy and Operations. This includes annual budget preparation, monthly forecasts, strategic planning, management reporting, and special projects. You will also maintain accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide formal supervision, training, and development of staff.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, mentor team members, and drive recruitment.
  • Coordinate daily activities, set work schedules, and track deadlines.
  • Drive budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and management reporting processes.
  • Approve financial reports, journal entries, and produce sophisticated financial analyses.
  • Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures.
  • Lead special projects and prepare management presentations.
  • Exchange complex information and influence decision-making across teams.

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5 - 8 years of proven experience (or equivalent education and experience).
  • Leadership skills in staffing, mentoring, and team development.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and analytical ability in financial calculations.

Why CBRE?

At CBRE, creativity, innovation, and partnership are highly valued. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, 401k Match programs, and the opportunity for additional bonuses. CBRE is an equal opportunity employer providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.

Key skills/competency

  • Financial Strategy
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Management Reporting
  • Team Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Accounting Policies
  • Analytical Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Strategic Planning

How to Get Hired at CBRE

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research CBRE's culture: Understand their mission, values, and recent initiatives.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight finance strategy and leadership experience.
  • Network strategically: Connect with current employees on LinkedIn.
  • Prepare examples: Discuss budgeting, forecasting, and team management skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review budgeting software and financial modeling.
Practice advanced Excel and pivot table techniques.
Study financial reporting standards and regulations.
Familiarize with Microsoft Office advanced features.

Behavioral Questions

Describe your leadership style in finance.
Discuss a challenging budget scenario resolved.
Explain how you mentor team members.
Share an example of strategic decision-making.