Job Information
CBRE Finance Business Partner (Petaling Jaya, Selangor) in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Finance Business Partner (Petaling Jaya, Selangor)
Job ID
188885
Posted
11-Oct-2024
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Accounting/Finance
Location(s)
Petaling Jaya - Selangor - Malaysia
Finance Business Partner (Petaling Jaya, Selangor)
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)
As one of CBRE's core global businesses, Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) provides end-to-end services to occupier clients across the entire lifecycle of a building.
Our teams help companies improve their operations and reduce costs, through expert facilities management, project management, real estate and energy and sustainability services. Our dedicated teams work across all industries, and support clients ranging from global Fortune 500 companies to single, iconic buildings.
About the Role:
As a CBRE Finance Business Partner, you will manage the team responsible for producing limited output associated with Finance Strategy and Operations, including but not limited to the annual budget preparation, monthly forecasts, strategic planning, and management reporting.
This job is part of the Financial Strategy and Operations job function. They are responsible for maintaining accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls.
What You’ll Do:
Drive profitability on GWS client account ensuring CBRE target metrics are delivered
Identify commercial opportunities and implement initiatives to improve EBITDA margin – unlock growth potential
Extract full value from contract commercials by implementing value-based pricing mentality
Complete contract reviews quarterly or as required by APAC Commercial team
Develop DSO reduction plan and ensure working capital is optimised
Strategic partner to Alliance Director
Develop and manage client relationships at senior level – financial and non-financial stakeholders
Facilitating and presenting monthly/quarterly forecast and annual budget process
Collaborate with other GWS accounts to identify synergies to optimize delivery model
Navigate and coordinate within MATRIX organization – stakeholders across divisions, countries, service lines and global account leaders.
Develop robust finance operating model with scalability and coverage which promotes knowledge sharing.
Create clear succession plans and coverage across all finance roles within the GWS account
Enhance commercial capability and talent within finance shared services and other finance team members across APAC
Drive value-based mentality across finance leaders and FM teams across region
Provide training and development for non-financial stakeholders in Budgeting, financial management and commercial awareness.
Timely and accurate forecasting both for client P&L and corporate P&L
Ensure all financial reporting is on-time and to a high standard, with variances fully explained. This includes but not limited to Flash Submissions, month-end close and reporting, business reviews, forecasting, budgeting, etc.
Provide value-add reporting on portfolio including meaningful analysis business reviews.
Expertise on navigating CBRE systems – both corporate and client
Develop reports to support business reviews on regular and ad-hoc basis with translation of data into meaningful analysis and facilitate decision-making
Drive reporting improvement initiatives to meet fast-changing business requirement
Performance analysis vs target with commentaries – P/L including Saving, KPI management
Performance analysis with commentaries – DSO /TWC (including but not limited to UBR)
Performance review – Balance sheet by account
Performance management – monthly follow-up and drive unresolved items and actions
Support performance improvements initiatives i.e. DSO with accounts and countries
Drive and support continuous improvement plans
Support ad-hoc projects i.e. benchmarking
About You:
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities
Experience with reviewing contracts and translating into meaningful commentary for wider team
Performance driven individual and team player
Ability to lead by example, implement best practice and set the standard
Self-motivated, reliable, pro-active and professional
Flexibility to adapt to fast-paced environment.
Excellent system skills using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and ERP systems
Proven track record as senior business partner who has influenced strategic decisions
Proven track record to influence business with financial data and insight
Experience of working in a matrix reporting structure and influencing culture
Strong mentoring capabilities and ability to take team on the journey
Demonstration of actively driving process improvement and implementing changes
So, what's in for you?
Talented High Performers - You will have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in our industry, tackling our clients most complex challenges.
Values deeply ingrained - You’ll experience a culture grounded in our values of respect, integrity, service and excellence (RISE).
Working alongside an experienced and established team/leader.
We offer a range of networking groups, committees and programs including Women’s Network, DE&I Network, LinkedIn Learning, Harvard Manage Mentor, Aspire Program, PMEI Leadership Training, Mentoring Program, and more!
If the above interests you, we would love to hear from you!
Our ambitious growth plan creates the space for dynamic colleagues to build non-linear career paths. We share a commitment to excellence and believe the best work happens in connected communities where respect for each other is foundational. 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 chart your own course and realize your full potential.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)