Accounting Sr Manager

The M&A Accounting Integration Manager is an embedded accounting professional within the M&A team, responsible for executing the detailed controllership work streams 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.

The M&A Accounting Integration Manager is an embedded accounting professional within the M&A team, responsible for executing the detailed controllership work streams 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.

• 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 work papers 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 work papers 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 work streams

• 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 work streams, escalating to the Controller Resident as needed

• Serve as a hands‑on…