Accounting Sr Manager

About the role

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. 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 chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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 &