Senior Finance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

. Direct financial control activities for a real estate services and facilities management Global Occupier Account .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $131,750 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial management within the real estate sector, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with SOC1 standards. Proven ability to lead finance teams, enhance operational efficiencies, and maintain high standards of financial control.

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Financial ManagementReal Estate Accounting SystemsBudgeting and ForecastingTeam LeadershipSOC1 Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingExpense AnalysisCash Flow ReportingAccounting ProcessesP&L PreparationFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsAudit FunctionsExpense Disbursement ManagementFinancial Ledger Maintenance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam PlayerProblem-SolvingRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Yardi

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Real Estate IndustryCommercial Property ManagementGlobal Occupier ServicesFinancial Control ActivitiesFinancial Reporting Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct financial control activities for a real estate services and facilities management Global Occupier Account
Serve as finance lead and business advisor to the Account Director
Maintain high standards of financial control and implement, review, and validate systems and internal controls
Manage the finance function and oversee the finance team
Anticipate client needs and add tangible value through financial management
Ensure proper accounting and reporting of expenses and business tax implications
Prepare global budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting
Perform forecasting, financial modeling, and expense analysis
Manage cash and oversee expense disbursements
Identify potential risks and upsides to budgets or forecasts
Maintain financial ledgers, accounting processes, and controls
Produce timely internal financial reports
Prepare monthly funding and financial reporting for the client, including currency translation and global reporting
Prepare monthly consolidated P&L and balance sheet
Collaborate with the Regional Client Accounting Lead to ensure financial management conforms with Global Occupier Services standards
Participate in training programs for financial employees and participating clients
Lead staff meetings and conference calls with Group Client Accounting Managers
Identify best practices, enhance efficiencies, and improve quality
Provide direction and communication to the Global Finance organization
Meet weekly with regional finance leads to ensure clear and consistent communication

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent experience
Graduate work or CPA certification preferred
10 years’ experience in real estate industry, including at least 5 years in commercial property management
5 years supervisory or equivalent experience
Understanding of SOC1 Compliance
Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
Working experience with real estate accounting systems, preferably Yardi
Experience with internal and external audit functions
Experience as a department head including business planning, budgeting, personnel management and staff modeling
Capability to manage, coach and counsel a team of financial professionals
Ability to build effective working relationships with individuals and client representatives
Strong team player
Energetic, lateral thinker with an enquiring mind and a commercial approach
High degree of personal drive and motivation to succeed
Good written and verbal communication skills
High quality report writing skills
Ability to learn quickly and keep abreast of developments
Committed to achievement of assigned goals and targets
Ability to multi-task and maintain progress on multiple projects and processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay