Manhattan, New York, Because of these exciting growth plans, they are looking for a Financial Controller to join the business and steer the overall direction of the US arm of the business. You will report directly to the Group Finance Director and assume responsibility for all of the corporate financial matters in the UK (hotel and investment groups). This will involve elements of compliance, controls & processes, managing third parties, tax, M&A, treasury cashflow, and partnering with the investment & development team on acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into an extremely established and successful business. Its unique, entrepreneurial environment embraces innovation and collaboration throughout. We are ideally looking for a Qualified CPA accountant with extensive Real Estate experience. You will be driven and hungry for a challenge, be able to engage and liaise with senior stakeholders and be comfortable working in a very commercial environment. Salary: Flexible for the right candidate, $180,000 - $230,000+ with a generous bonus and other benefits In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Boston, Massachusetts, Job Title Staff Accountant Job Description Summary Our Finance team is looking for a candidate to assist the Company as a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be involved with all aspects of the Companyâ™s accounting function, primarily responsible for performing all general ledger related activities and have responsibility for oversight of the Financial Service Centerâ™s Record to Report team. The Controller and Assistant Controller will look to the Staff Accountant to assist with accounting analysis and to be the primary day-to-day treasury decision maker. This position is expected to work closely with all Controllership teams and is responsible for maintaining and updating financial records using data bases, spreadsheets, and accounting systems that track expenditures, revenue, receipts, cash flow, and other financial activities Job Description Key Responsibilities: · Maintain and manage treasury responsibilities, including wire creation and approval, wire releasing, funding requests and allocations, and account transfers. · Perform month end closing activities and reconciliations across the general ledger. · Direct the Financial Service Centerâ™s Record to Report group and ensure all functions performed adhere to company standards and requirements. · Perform regular and recurring accounting functions requiring professional competency. · Establish appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions, and reporting. · Prepare and post intercompany journal entries in coordination with corporate team and assist in reconciling intercompany accounts. · Analyze complex accounting transactions. · Prepare and assist with cash management & forecasting, accounts payable and receivable, fixed assets, accruals, reconciliations & audit requirements. · Ensure books and financials are kept in accordance with GAAP or other required accounting standards. · Review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized, depreciated & disposed. · Review and approve projects, transactions, journal entries and reconciliations prepared by FSC group. · Participate in data and document retrieval for internal and external audits. · Assist in various other ad hoc requests involving accounting and controllership. #INDCWS Required Experience and Knowledge: The successful candidate will have proven experience in developing collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization. This leader must have the passion, energy, and intellectual curiosity necessary for a fast-paced, growth-driven environment. Qualifications: · Bachelorâ™s degree required in Finance or Accounting. · Requisite knowledge on US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley; IFRS experience is a plus but not required. · Critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently are key to success. Knowledge, Experience & Personal Qualities: · 2+ years of experience in an accounting or finance role, or in Public Accounting. · JD Edwards or similar ERP experience strongly preferred. · Possesses strong character and integrity, values respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. · Driven self-starter with strong self-responsibility and ability to operate autonomously. · Creative and resourceful thinker with strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities. · Strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, experience with process automation is a plus. · Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize/balance multiple tasks in a high volume, time-sensitive processing environment. · Effective and efficient time management and organizational skills. · Experience working in a SOX compliant environment and managing audit requests. Competencies and Physical Requirements: · Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for up to 8 hours a day. · Potential for extended working hours during month-end and quarter-end close activities · Has a process-oriented, continuous improvement mindset. · Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment. · Strong organizational abilities. · Ability to travel 10% for both internal and external meetings. · Preference for this role is to be based out of our Needham, Massachusetts office but also flexible for this role to be remote. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidateâ™s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $62,050.00 - $73,000.00 C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Hartford, Connecticut, Job Title Vice President, Global Payroll Job Description Summary Cushman & Wakefield is looking for a Payroll Global Process Owner to join our People Experience & Services team, which is focused on business partnership, innovation, automation, and process improvement. As the Payroll Global Process Owner, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the vision, mission, governance, and functional strategy for Cushman & Wakefieldâ™s global payroll processes. The role will provide value to the business by supporting and executing key payroll process optimization and transformation programs. The role directly supervises the North America and APAC payroll operations and global employment tax teams, but only has strategic oversite and governance of the EMEA and LATAM regions. The role requires the use of analytical and process improvement skills to support the business in finding and capitalizing on opportunities to transform and help to drive the effective and efficient performance of the global payroll processes. Job Description Primary Responsibilities Serve as the custodian and subject matter expert for the global payroll processes. Lead the transformation of an existing decentralized local payroll model into a centralized global/regional payroll model. Manage the execution of a strategy for the global payroll processes, associated governance, policies, procedures, internal controls, and technologies. Deliver and maintain a payroll transformation roadmap supporting the payroll strategy and transformation activities. Execute deployment and adoption of a global/regional payroll model, related systems and processes with local customization as needed, to aid in the quality, efficiency, and delivery of standardized processes. Establish and monitor key service level agreements (SLAs) and metrics in partnership with payroll vendors, regional controllers, human resources, and payroll shared service teams. Work closely with Internal Controls Manager to ensure adherence of payroll processes to internal controls that are appropriate for a U.S. publicly traded company. Stay abreast of current payroll and leading practices occurring in the payroll industry to inform strategic direction and process enhancement. Collaborate with and other key functions/stakeholders, upstream and downstream, on all transformation initiatives to align and leverage cross-process opportunities with a focus on enhancing effectiveness and efficiency. Demonstrate strong business acumen and excellent financial judgement in supporting the business by developing prioritization of payroll projects, transformation, and improvement opportunities. Knowledge, Skills, Ability Requirements A bachelor`s degree and a payroll qualification preferred (e.g. Certified Payroll Accountant or equivalent) Minimum of 15+ years progressive payroll experience operating within a multinational organization (North America, EMEA and APAC) Experience with payroll operations leadership and/or payroll process and implementation is required. Experience with setting up or implementing a global/regional payroll aggregator and managing a payroll shared service center/s will be an asset. Strong functional knowledge of core end to end global payroll processes and procedures is required. Expert knowledge of US payroll required coupled with Canada, APAC, EMEA and LATAM payroll knowledge is preferred. Workday (HRIS) payroll product suite (or other well-known payroll platform) advanced knowledge will be an asset. Ability to manage the complexities of a global payroll function and lead by influence, build, and foster relationships with payroll teams, human resources, payroll shared services, finance, and other key stakeholders. Possess strong leadership, program, and change management skills to support payroll transformation including global/regional consolidation and standardization. Motivated to stretch goals, forward thinking, challenge the status quo, and a desire to look for continuous improvement is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex information in a succinct, clear manner to all levels of the organization is required. Strong organization skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines Ability to take initiative, work independently and have mature judgment. Ability to be flexible with your work schedule as this position requires working with global teams in North America, EMEA and APAC time zones. Experience with six sigma/lean/process excellence tools, training and/or certification will be an asset. Ability to assess and articulate business requirements, analyze design options, coordinate testing and drive implementation. Experience with integration of new/acquired companies into acquirer payroll processes will be an asset. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidateâ™s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $212,500.00 - $250,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

New York, New York, Job Title Senior Accountant Job Description Summary Provide leadership and supervision to accounting team members, at all levels, and support operations and clients through the use of sound judgment and discretion in applying accounting principles to day-to-day processes and functions. Assess team and department efficiencies to make improvement recommendations where necessary. The Senior Client Accounting Manager role also provides guidance to Client Accounting Managers and is counted on to provide solutions in the most complex management level situations. Job Description Essential Job Duties: Oversee a market, strategic and/or key client(s); develop productive, supportive relationships with market city leads, strategic clients, key clients, and internal stakeholders Monitor team performance, available capacity, and training needs through conducting one-on-one meetings, team meetings and addressing deficiencies timely and professionally Review team members' financial reports to ensure quality, timeliness, audit compliance and assess competencies Monitor team and/or market-wide requirements of timely tax payments, revenue portal updates, time tracking and Corporate Aging follow-up Assess team/department workflows and policies to recommend or implement improvements in operating efficiencies and effectiveness; provide oversight to ensure effective implementation Track team compliance with department SOC 1 audit controls; approve banking or financial transactions, schedules, and reports in accordance with the SOC Policies and Procedures manual and training. Develop direct reports through goal setting, conducting mid-year and year-end performance reviews and delivering timely and meaningful performance feedback, while maintaining quality results and performance Work with leadership team to implement department goals and objectives, lead department projects and provide essential Client Accounting committee involvement Direct new business onboarding by coordinating with property management and clients; set up bank accounts, accounting software, load prior balances or closing statements Assist Controller with pricing new business and preparing proposal responses Performs other related duties as required or requested. Supervisory Responsibilities: Leads/Assigns/Delegates tasks to Client Accounting Managers, Assistant Client Accounting Managers, Sr. Client Accountants, Client Accountants, Client Accounting Coordinators and/or Interns May coordinate efforts of project team to complete work within project deadlines Provides solutions to routine/complex problems Direct reports may include Client Accounting Managers, Assistant Client Accounting Managers, Sr. Client Accountants, Client Accountants, Client Accounting Coordinators and/or Interns Education/Experience/Training: College degree in Finance or Accounting preferred Work Experience: Requires seven to ten years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience 2+ years of management experience preferred Specialized Knowledge/Skills â“ Strong knowledge of Yardi and/or MRI software preferred; Strong MS Office Proficiency; Financial reporting for multiple entities preferred; Strong internal and external customer service, time management and organizational skills; Exceptional delegation skills with the ability to be a hands-on contributor and take initiative; Ability to train, mentor and coach others effectively; Results oriented with strong sense of urgency; Experience in or demonstrated leadership and accountability skills Competencies: Conflict Resolution Customer/Client Focus Delegation Ethical Conduct Goal Setting Independent Judgement Initiative Leadership Problem Solving Relationship Management Time Management Strategic Thinking May be required to travel up to 10% of the time. Travel may vary in frequency and duration. Demonstrates the ability to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: Preparing and analysing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal, etc. Note: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time and may differ slightly based on regional location. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidateâ™s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $102,000.00 - $120,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Boston, Massachusetts, Accounts Receivable Coordinator About the Opportunity This position supports the functions of the Research Finance office under the NU-Research Enterprise Services (NU-RES) by ensuring that the University maintains compliance with applicable federal regulations, sponsor requirements and university policies with a focus on fiscal compliance. The Accounts Receivable Coordinator (ARC) assists in managing the overall business operations of the research finance team and provides targeted support for the department's cash management and invoicing functions. Reporting to the Manager, Cash Accounting, the ARC supports processing of electronic payments and check deposits, and identifying, assigning, and applying incoming research payments in Banner Finance. Reviews payment discrepancies and reconciles payments for grant closeout; maintains the payment log and assists in the reconciliation of the log, research clearing accounts, and research Bank account. The ARC monitors and triages the research accounting departmental email accounts, logs incoming requests, and issues, and follows up with responsible parties through resolution. Supports monthly billing operations by assisting with the distribution of monthly invoices and management of billing schedules. Aids during audits, both internal and external, by obtaining supporting documentation for review by Director, Research Accounting prior to submission to auditors. Prepares reports after monthly financial close to leadership team. Assists the NU-RES Finance leadership team with various projects as needed. The ARC is expected to work in various electronic platforms and systems and must be technologically savvy. Must be able to use VPN and work completely electronically. The ARC must be able to navigate through the financial system (Banner) as well as the various grants systems and portals (various federal and non-federal sponsor Portals, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, etc.) as required to perform their role. The position is expected to foster consultative relationships as well as support a professional environment, providing award support and training when needed. The ARC works with the Cash Accountant, Manager, Director, and Executive Director regarding fiscal compliance of cash management, AR monitoring and invoicing at Northeastern. The ability to create and maintain a culture of service, accountability and timeliness is essential. As a collaborative team member, the ARC supports the other members of NU-RES, interfaces with colleagues across organizational units such as NU-RES Administration, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Treasury Services, University Advancement, and Student Financial Services, and performs other duties as assigned. A key success factor for this role is being current with respect to federal regulations as well as the ability to train others on the application of these regulations. This role must treat effective compliance as an equal priority, stay abreast of sponsor rules, regulations, and policy changes, as well as institutional best practices in research administration and finance. Participate in sponsored research initiatives and projects as assigned, as well as lead the adoption of best practices to promote continuous improvement making sure that the highest quality standards are met. Minimum Qualifications Strong technical skills with MS Office 365 including Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook, Teams, as well as Adobe Acrobat and other analytical tools. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail and organization Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with management and senior leadership Proven customer service skills Basic accounting skills Knowledge and skills required for this position are normally obtained through completion of a BS/BA degree plus at least 1-2 years or work experience, preferably in B2B accounting, accounts receivable, and working with Local and Federal agencies. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities Cash management support - 55% Process cash applications of federal LOC (letter of credit) draws and other incoming payments, perform check deposits, assist with payment identification and assignment, and management of the payment logs. Prepare journal entries for incoming ACH and wire payments, Advancement cash reclass and internal NU-KRI invoice processing. Coordinate and track NU-KRI billing and invoice approvals, ensuring compliance with internal controls. Prepare reports and assist the Cash Manager with the reconciliation of the research AR clearing account. Assist the team with researching payments and open AR follow-up. Invoicing operations support - 25% Distribute monthly invoices to sponsors on standard university template and respond to sponsors when appropriate. Pull backup documentation as needed to support costs for invoices. Prepare preliminary drafts of monthly federal LOC draws including extracting reports from various federal portals, distribute to analysts for further analysis and submission. Maintain the data source for internal trackers for basic operations of the team such as monthly RAA tracker and analyst portfolio assignment log. Assist the team with maintaining data integrity of the Banner financial system including management of project billing schedules in Banner AR and fund termination dates, and complete data entry as needed. Communications - 15% Monitor and triage the Research Billing and Accounting email accounts, assign to and follow up with responsible parties through to resolution. Track issues and requests and escalate appropriately. Navigate various internal and sponsor systems to troubleshoot issues and pull documents and records to assist in analysis and review. Assist with collections and respond to sponsor inquiries as appropriate. 5% - Support management with ad hoc assignments and reports as needed. Position Type Finance Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity . 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