Cushman & Wakefield · 18 hours ago
Senior Client Accountant
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Senior Client Accountant. The role is responsible for all phases of accounting, including financial reporting for clients, analysis, budgeting assistance, and general ledger maintenance while providing leadership within the accounting team.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Perform Full Cycle Accounting to include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions. Prepare and assist with cash management, AP and AR, Accruals and reconciliations. Prioritize and maintain organization of a high-volume workload for multiple clients
Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages timely and accurately in accordance with internal controls and client requirements; Includes prioritizing and maintaining high volume workload and productivity standards for multiple clients
Research, analyze and effectively communicate complex accounting issues and escalate appropriately. Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner
Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting
Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies, problems and recommendations to the attention of management
Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated based on owner requirements; Calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences
Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested
Provide support and guidance by coaching Accountants as required by management; lead team meetings, assist with onboarding of new assignments or take a lead role on projects
Performs other related duties as required or requested
Qualification
Required
Responsible for all phases of accounting using established accounting principles, including financial reporting for clients, projects, or business units, analysis, assistance with budgeting, and general ledger maintenance
Perform Full Cycle Accounting to include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions
Prepare and assist with cash management, AP and AR, Accruals and reconciliations
Prioritize and maintain organization of a high-volume workload for multiple clients
Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages timely and accurately in accordance with internal controls and client requirements
Research, analyze and effectively communicate complex accounting issues and escalate appropriately
Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner
Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting
Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies, problems and recommendations to the attention of management
Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated based on owner requirements
Calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences
Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested
Provide support and guidance by coaching Accountants as required by management
Lead team meetings, assist with onboarding of new assignments or take a lead role on projects
Requires one to three years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong MS Office Proficiency
Analytical
Attention to Detail
Communication – Oral & Written
Customer/Client Focus
Financial Management
Independent Judgment
Interpersonal
Preferred
College degree in Finance or Accounting preferred
Experience with Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$734.8MKey Investors
GreystoneCitizens BankVanke
2023-10-10Post Ipo Debt· $223.8M
2023-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2022-10-13Post Ipo Debt· $27.3M
Leadership Team
Matthew Bouw
CEO Asia Pacific & EMEA
Michelle M. MacKay
CEO
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