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Regional Finance Director UK, Ireland, EMEA Joint Ventures & Affiliates
Finance Director supporting the Regional Managing Director for UK&I, Nordics, Israel, EMEA Emerging Markets & EMEA Support Functions.
This role is a critical part of the Finance Team to lead Business Finance in the UK, Ireland and CBRE Excellerate and CBRE Saudi Arabia Joint Ventures & Affiliates across Africa and the Middle East across 30 countries.
The role-holder will partner with the Operations Director for the region and will lead the Finance team to support the business across UK, Ireland, Africa & Middle East and will have responsibility for financial governance, compliance, stewardship and strategic inputs.
As a key member of the wider finance team, this role will support key initiatives within EMEA and will also consolidate results for the Nordics and Israel region.
What You'll Do
1. Leads and delivers regional financial reporting, monthly reporting, variance analysis and opex forecasts
2. Partner with the leadership team to add value to decision making and contribute to the development and implementation of the business plan of the region
3. Develops effective relationships with key stakeholders to influence and drive for profitable and successful outcomes for the region
4. Ensures CBRE statutory, SOX obligations, annual audit and compliance are met and adhered to through partnering with the Controllership
5. Develops and builds an effective country business partnering relationship to support bringing together client account teams with their colleagues in the Platform and the Joint Ventures to drive growth
6. Lead transformation across the region and support on EMEA projects, champion the CBRE TOM, lead on entity rationalisation, system optimisation and continuous improvement
7. Own the financial integrity of the Regional P&L and Balance Sheet. Full responsibility for country operating costs and point of escalation for disputes
8. Develop corporate planning, budgeting and forecasting information focusing on highlighting performance and providing insights, ensuring quality and consistency and aligned with other Enterprise countries
9. Develop, lead and motivate a diverse and effective team. Empower team members to take responsibility and accountability. Lead structured performance management, personal development, talent and succession activities to ensure that there is a robust pipeline of talent available.
10. Supports new business wins and transitions ensuring resource management strategy in place
11. Leverages Projects capability to support growth and ensuring quality Project governance processes in place
12. Escalation point for Client Accounts and Joint Ventures for management and resolution of financial issues
13. Lead the governance and compliance of the UK Statutory entity and support the Joint Ventures with governance and compliance
14. Support the non-standard and ad hoc management reporting and analysis
15. Consolidate the results of the Nordics and Israel region where required
16. Continually review, maintain, and improve cash-flow, working capital, margins and reporting
What You'll Need
1. Educated to degree level, with a relevant, recognised professional qualification and 10 years + PQE
2. Outstanding financial competencies and experience including good awareness of SOX, US GAAP & IFRS
3. A strong process-driven mindset, able to ensure compliance and control without stifling growth
4. Significant experience in change management and in helping teams adapt to change programs
5. Familiarity with process automation / re-engineering and system optimisation
Why 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 realise your full potential.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
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