Accounting Sr Manager

Role Overview:

The M&A Accounting Integration Manager is an embedded accounting professional within the M&A team, responsible for executing the detailed controllership workstreams that underpin every transaction. This role works in close partnership with the M&A Controller Resident, translating integration strategy into hands-on execution - from diligence support and Day 1 readiness through purchase accounting and post-close stabilization. This individual is a critical doer and detail owner within the M&A finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

Due Diligence & Deal Support

• Assist in the review of Financial Due Diligence (FDD) reports, flagging accounting risks related to processes, systems, and technical positions for Controller Resident review

• Compile and organize target accounting policy documentation, mapping gaps to CBRE standards

• Support preparation of accounting risk summaries and deal team communications

• Coordinate diligence data room access and track open accounting items through close

Working Capital & Deal Economics

• Support working capital analysis, including data gathering, schedule preparation, and variance analysis

• Assist in the review and validation of closing statements, ensuring completeness of accruals at close

• Maintain detailed working capital workpapers and supporting documentation

• Track earnout and escrow schedules, maintaining accurate records of balances and key dates

Day 1 Readiness Execution

• Execute chart of accounts mapping and trial balance conversion under the direction of the Controller Resident

• Support establishment of intercompany structure and elimination entries

• Coordinate with acquired accounting teams on close calendar alignment and process acceleration

• Maintain and track the Day 1 readiness checklist, flagging open items and risks to the Controller Resident

• Assist in payroll accounting continuity and cash/banking visibility setup in coordination with Payroll, HR, and Treasury

Integration Planning & Execution

• Maintain and update the controllership integration project plan, tracking milestones, owners, and status

• Prepare documentation of accounting policy harmonization decisions and open items

• Support ERP and systems migration from an accounting data and process perspective

• Coordinate between acquired accounting teams and CBRE segment/corporate controllership on day-to-day integration tasks

Purchase Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Prepare supporting schedules and workpapers for purchase accounting under ASC 805

• Assist in the preparation and validation of the Day 1 opening balance sheet

• Maintain documentation for measurement period adjustments and post-close accounting matters

• Support preparation of financial statement footnote disclosures related to acquisitions

• Maintain audit-ready documentation packages across all purchase accounting workstreams

Controls, Compliance & Global Considerations

• Support SOX integration activities, including control documentation, testing coordination, and remediation tracking

• Assist in coordinating with local and statutory accounting teams on jurisdiction-specific reporting requirements

• Maintain issue and risk logs for compliance workstreams, escalating to the Controller Resident as needed

Acquired Team Enablement

• Serve as a hands-on training resource for acquired accounting teams on CBRE systems, tools, close processes, and policies

• Support acquired teams through their first CBRE-aligned close, providing day-to-day guidance and troubleshooting

• Maintain onboarding checklists and training materials for acquired accounting resources

• Serve as a first point of contact for acquired teams navigating CBRE processes in the post-close period

Partnership Model & Success Criteria:

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Work closely with the M&A Controller Resident as the primary execution resource across all controllership workstreams

• Coordinate with M&A Finance Manager, Corporate Development, Legal, HR, Digital & Technology, and M&A Operations on transaction-related tasks

• Build strong working