Senior Manager, Global Finance

Avison Young • Chicago, IL

3d

About The Position

Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We’ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization. At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together. The Senior Manager, Global Finance of Avison Young will be responsible for managing internal and external reporting activities, the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and driving improvements in processes and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, required
• Certified Public Accountant / Chartered Accountant, required
• 6-8 years of experience required
• 2-3 years of public accounting experience ideal
• Experience in preparing financial statements and drafting related footnote and MD&A disclosures
• Demonstrated strong communication and analytical skills
• Self-starter with the ability to strive in a fast-paced, customer service oriented environment
• Proficient use of Excel data analysis tools, PowerPoint, and other presentation tools
• Proficient US GAAP technical knowledge, required
• Experience with NetSuite or other comparable Global ERP

Nice To Haves

• Multi-national experience, or exposure to accounting in a multi-currency environment a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end close and consolidation processes to ensure results are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards and the Company’s policy
• Perform preliminary financial analysis on monthly financial statement close data to identify areas of potential misstatement or key drivers for positive / negative performance
• Manage corporate accounting, including serving as the finance partner for global IT and global center of excellence leaders
• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for reporting to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure technical accuracy of accounting in complex areas including but not limited to M&A, debt and equity transactions, consolidations, variable interest entities, and share based compensation
• Maintain the Company’s compliance with accounting standards and research, implement, and document the Company’s position on all newly issued guidance
• Assist with the review of annual budget data and the development of the consolidated business plan
• Assist with the identification and measurement of KPIs related to business and operational performance
• Complete special projects and other functions as required by manager
• Maintain documentation of internal control processes and standards
• Together with the CAO and Global Accounting Manager, serve as a key point person to external auditors and other external financial subject matter experts
• And of course, other duties as required

Benefits

• Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive paid vacation days
• 2 personal/wellness days
• Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior