Accounting Supervisor

Job ID

206775

Posted

20-Feb-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance

Location(s)

Caguas - Puerto Rico - United States of America, Juncos - Puerto Rico - United States of America, Memphis - Tennessee - United States of America, Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America, San Juan - Puerto Rico - United States of America

Full Spectrum Lab Services from CBRE offers a professional suite of services to a variety of clients in the life sciences industry, including those in pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, and genomics, as well as contract research organizations (CROs) and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).

Our comprehensive range of services includes laboratory consulting, instrumentation repair and maintenance, full asset management, and more—covering the entire spectrum of life sciences facilities. With expertise across various life sciences categories, CBRE is a leader in managing highly-regulated spaces within the industry.

About the role!

Responsible for supervising and developing processes for the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Includes activities such as the timely payment of vendor invoices and expense vouchers or billing and receiving / posting cash receipts. Reconciles account balances, maintains accurate records and control reports. Provides technical and administrative supervision for accounting personnel responsible for accounts payable or accounts receivable. Supervises a small group or a function within a department.

What you’ll do

• Coordinates the timely processing of invoices or billings, creating required reports.

• Performs necessary month-end related functions.

• Examines, audits and/or evaluates subordinate's work product for accuracy and completeness.

• Identifies training needs of subordinate staff and provides technical guidance.

• Responds to internal / external customer or vendor requests and inquiries.

• Conducts research on more difficult or complex inquiries.

• Ensures process and procedures are in compliance with company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations.

• Establishes new internal policies and procedures to increase productivity and efficiencies.

• Maintains and updates attendance employee records.

• May coordinate tasks related to special projects.

• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory responsibilities

Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, corrective action and termination. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.

What you’ll need

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each crucial 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.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred. Three to five years of related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to present information, respond to sensitive issues and manage to complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management.

• Broad understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Accounting Standards (FASB), theories, concepts, and practices of the business unit. Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate advanced figures such as percentages, discounts, and mark-ups. Conducts advanced financial analysis. Administers accounting practices to ensure optimum client satisfaction while guaranteeing CBRE financial interests are protected.

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications. Knowledge of Financial software systems.

Why CBRE?

• We offer comprehensive benefits such as health, vision and life insurance, 401k, and personal time off, among others.

• Benefits: Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.

Disclaimers: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Accounting Supervisor position is $65,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Accounting Supervisor position is $80,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)