Monday, October 27, 2025
CBRE

Assistant Controller

Posted: Oct 20, 2025

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Controller – Investment Oversight for CBRE Investment Accounting & Reporting Solutions, an exciting and growing environment within the Real Estate business. Contributors in this role assist in coordinating financial reporting and performing analytical review of Nordic property owner entities.What You'll Do:• Coordinate the collection of financial and operational data from clients and third-party providers for underlying entities.• Oversee and support the accounting and reporting process, working closely with property management accounting teams throughout reporting cycles.• Perform reviews of financial statements (Local GAAP and IFRS) and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.• Conduct variance analyses on actuals and budget/forecast to identify and explain deviations in financial performance.• Complete detailed asset-level financial reviews, including property-level bank account reconciliations, accounts receivable, management fees, fixed assets, debt, straight-line rent and income statement variances.• Assist in coordinating and supporting third-party audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to auditor inquiries.• Support investment oversight activities such as variance analysis, performance tracking, cash distribution planning and compliance monitoring.• Review and support transaction processes, including property sales and dispositions, ensuring accurate accounting treatment and documentation.• Collaborate with asset managers, clients, fund accountants, and auditors to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Maintain and enhance internal controls and documentation processes.• Participate in system implementations and process improvement initiatives.What You'll Need:• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent.• Prior experience in real estate accounting and analytics is considered an advantage.• Knowledge of local GAAP for the Nordics and IFRS, preferrable Swedish and Danish GAAP.• Knowledge of real estate terms, definitions, and real estate analytical methodology.• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, such as VAT, Income tax and Deferred taxes.• Strong analytical skills, pragmatic and solution-oriented attitude.• Advanced command of SwedishWhy CBRE When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.In EMEA, CBRE IA&R provides Global and Pan-European coordination for clients providing Fund & SPV Accounting, Investor Reporting and Performance Measurement services to real estate investment-companies, sovereign wealth funds and other institutional investors in key financial markets.

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