SOX Auditor / SOX Consultant Job ID 204204 Posted 17-Feb-2025 Service line Corporate Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Finance Location(s) Warsaw - Mazowieckie - Poland **CBRE Business Services Organisation (CBRE BSO)** is a part of CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2023 revenue). The company has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves a diverse range of clients with an integrated suite of services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services. Please visit our website at www.cbre.com We routinely post important information on our website, including corporate and investor presentations and financial information. We intend to use our website as a means of disclosing material, non-public information and for complying with our disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Such disclosures will be included in the Investor Relations section of our website at https://ir.cbre.com Accordingly, investors should monitor such portion of our website, in addition to following our press releases, Securities and Exchange Commission filings and public conference calls and webcasts. **SOX Auditor/SOX Consultant** **About the Role:** As a CBRE SOX Auditor / SOX Consultant, you will act as a dedicated business partner, assisting with proactive testing to ensure adherence to the SOX requirements. You will develop an understanding of business operations and related systems and processes, applying your SOX technical knowledge to help the organization achieve compliance at both the transactional and entity levels. **What You’ll Do:** + Liaising with management to ensure a comprehensive control system is in place which ensures that all major risks are identified and mitigated within the key client business processes + Collaborate with various departments to ensure adherence to SOX requirements + Internal Control maintenance as per SOX requirements, control environment monitoring and testing + Perform the SOX internal controls and process risk assessment, planning, walkthrough and testing as per agreed audit plan + Identifying inefficiency, opportunities in streamlining processes and suggesting solutions + Ensuring that audit procedures that are in place allow for all major risks to be identified and mitigated within the key business processes + Reporting to the Audit Manager on activities and findings of the initiatives taken + Reporting on the findings, providing recommendations and monitoring management's response and implementation of recommended improvements on the systems and procedures being under review + Identifying inefficiency and ineffectiveness in processes and suggesting solutions + Periodic tests on quality of data within financial systems **What You’ll Need:** + Min 4-5 years of equivalent professional experience, Big 4 experience is a plus, SOX control testing experience is a must + Relevant University degree in Economics, Audit, Internal Control etc. + Fluent English in speaking and writing is a must, another language is a plus + Ability to work both independently and as a team member + High analytical skills and an eye for detail + Great team spirit, acts with integrity, respect and energy + Strong communication and presentation skills + Capable to adapt to changing and demanding environment + Ability to work under time pressure and under stress + Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) + Prefer candidates with experience in performing operational internal audits, SOX risk assessments, financial and IT controls design and testing in an international organization **Company benefits and perks:** + Stable employment conditions Work based on employment contract in the international company with stable position on the labour market + Career advancement program A chance to learn from the best by attending internal courses and taking part in international programs to experience how we work in different places in the world. Additionally, we offer a career coach advisory. + Workplace Culture Support from our side in terms of working from home as well as comfortable office with chillout room, entertainment room, creative labs and beautiful terrace are making our office a place you want to be. We are well located nearby Wilanowska metro station. + Wellbeing actions Environment where we care about your wellbeing by health and leisure initiatives (sport interest groups) + Making a Change in the Word surrounding you Occasion to make an impact by taking part in our initiatives (CSR, ECO friendly approach) + Attractive package of benefits Private medical healthcare, life insurance, multisport card and MORE + International Environment Experience growing in multilingual community where diversity is cherished **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 realize 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. Please include the following statement in your application: " I agree to the processing of personal data provided in this document for realizing the recruitment process pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act of 10 May 2018 (Journal of Laws 2018, item 1000) and in agreement with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation)" As part of our commitment to compliance and ethical business practices, our company has implemented internal reporting procedures in accordance with the Whistleblowers Protection Act of June 14, 2024. Detailed information regarding our internal reporting procedures can be found on our company website https://www.cbre.pl/o-nas/spoleczna-odpowiedzialnosc-biznesu/procedury DISCLAIMER This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. **QUALIFICATIONS** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE** Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance or related field. 8+ years of external/internal audit and overall knowledge of general accounting and audit procedures. Real estate experience preferred. **CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES** Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Internal Auditor, or Certified Information Systems Auditor required. **COMMUNICATION SKILLS** Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Ability to write reports, and manuals in a pre-designed style and format. Ability to motivate employees and client groups to take desired action. Ability to effectively respond to sensitive issues, complex inquiries from clients, co-workers, supervisor, and/or management. Ability to make effective presentations on general topics to an internal department, large group of employees, clients, and/or management. **FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE** Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. Advanced analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to analyze the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions. Able to forecast and prepare budgets. **REASONING ABILITY** Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of options in varying situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills. **OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES** Ability to work independently, prioritize and manage multiple assignments. Willingness and flexibility to travel (domestic and international). Knowledge of computer based controls and skills in the use of computers in conducting audit activities. Proficient in Visio, PowerPoint, EXCEL, Word and Outlook. Knowledge and proficiency in ACL and Teammate or other audit software is a plus. **SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY** Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to co-workers, supervisor, or department. CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)