Develop strong working relationships with the Americas regional teams in planning, reporting and analysis of financials
Own and understand all facets of the GRE P&L and balance sheet including current year budget and actuals reporting as well as coordination of GRE’s 5 year capital & expense forecast models
Prepare presentations for the Office Head Executive, including quarterly and annual business reviews
Analyze variances, trends, risks and opportunities, performance against budget/forecast/targets, key business drivers and sensitivities
Assist in the development of management reporting and improve the financial reporting and business analysis framework
Support ad-hoc financial analysis in support of key functional areas of the business and opportunities to scale efficiencies
Partner with accounting and the GRE functions (e.g., lease administration, economic incentives group, space & location strategy, design & construction) to ensure accuracy of financial forecasts
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
Bachelor's degree in business related discipline
5 years of real estate, finance and/or accounting experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, with proficiency in Excel and Powerpoint
Prior experience or innate interest in the Real Estate asset class
Sound judgment and independent decision making are required
Ability to analyze data, process information and work under minimal supervision
Ability to think outside of the box, identify problems & find cost efficient solutions
Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment and prioritize projects accordingly
Communication skills - Ability to communicate succinctly and efficiently, comfortable interacting with senior business/Corporate leaders
Organizational ability - Ability to handle numerous deliverables simultaneously, many with critical deadlines. Candidate must be comfortable with frequently changing priorities