Client Accountant

Posted 10 Days Ago
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Saint Louis, MO
Entry level
Real Estate
The Role
The Client Accountant will manage cash and accrual functions, perform full cycle accounting, prepare financial reporting packages, and assist with audits while maintaining organization for multiple clients. Strong communication skills are necessary for collaborating effectively with clients and property management.
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Job Title

Client Accountant

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the performance of cash and accrual management functions, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting. Use established accounting principles to work under limited supervision and to consistently produce a high quality and accurate work product.

Job Description

Job Description:

• 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.
• Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting.
• 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.
• Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies and problems to the attention of management.
• Research, analyze and effectively communicate basic accounting issues and escalate appropriately. 
Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner.
• Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Education/Experience/Training:
• College degree in Finance or Accounting preferred

Work Experience:
• Requires some experience, but less than one year or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Specialized Knowledge/Skills – Prior experience with accounting or database software packages preferred; Basic knowledge of commercial real estate preferred; Proficient in MS Office; Strong keyboarding and 10 Key skills

Competencies:
• Analytical
• Attention to Detail
• Communication – Oral & Written
• Customer/Client Focus
• Financial Management
• Organizational
• Time Management













Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ 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 [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
53,000 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1917

What We Do

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with approximately 53,000 employees in 400 offices and 60 countries. In 2019, the firm had revenue of $8.8 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, valuation and other services.

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