CBRE Hiring for Accounting Specialist – AP/AR Job at Omaha, NE Full Time

Under general supervision, provides accurate and timely data entry support for accounts receivable and other accounting functions for an assigned team with a defined portfolio of CBRE properties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes data entry to support a variety of accounts receivable transactions including lease abstracts, tenant terminations, manual billings, cash receipts postings, security deposits, applications of open credits/prepaid, verification of lockbox receipts and distribution of scheduled recurring billings and rent statements. Codes and enters accounts payable information including data entry of invoices, review of invoices input from the field, check voiding, manual checks, vendor refunds, verification of accounts payable audit trail, and mailing vendor checks.

Performs other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential 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 the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Accreditation or degree from a two-year program with emphasis in accounting or finance required plus a minimum of one year accounting or finance experience required.

Degree from a four-year college or university program with an emphasis in accounting, finance or related field preferred.

Recent College graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

None

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions, short correspondence, and memos and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor.

Ability to effectively present information to an internal department and/or large groups of employees.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires a basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations including a basic knowledge of financial terms and principles to include accounting methods (cash, accrual, and full GAAP).

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations.

Ability to solve problems in standard situations.

Requires basic analytical skills.

OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products).

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to co-workers and supervisor.

SAFETY

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of those who are affected by your work. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Complete all required and assigned HSE training at a satisfactory level,

2. Follow all activity policies and procedures, including all HSE-related requirements at all times,

3. Participate in all HSE-related programs & activities as required, including incident investigations, interviews, auditing and assessment, etc.

4. Report any conditions which you feel could result in an accident or injury and / or stop work if required

Bachelor’s Degree