Senior Client Accountant

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Tempe, AZ, USA
In-Office
58K-68K Annually
Senior level
Real Estate
The Role
Perform full-cycle accounting for multiple clients including AP/AR, cash management, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Prepare reporting packages, fixed asset ledgers, and straight-line rent calculations. Research and communicate complex accounting issues, support audits, coach junior accountants, and lead projects to ensure compliance with company policies and client requirements.
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Job Title

Senior Client Accountant

Job Description Summary

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, as well as use sound technical skills and solid judgment to provide leadership within the accounting team.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

  • 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.

Education/Experience/Training:

  • College degree in Finance or Accounting preferred

Work Experience:

  • Requires one to three years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience • Specialized Knowledge/Skills – Experience with Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software preferred; Strong MS Office Proficiency

Competencies:

  • Analytical
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication – Oral & Written
  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Financial Management
  • Independent Judgment
  • Interpersonal
  • Relationship Management
  • Results Driven
  • Time Management
  • May be required to travel up to 5% of the time. Travel may vary in frequency and duration.
  • Demonstrates the ability to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: o Preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal, etc.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, C&W takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

Note: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This job description is subject to change at any time and may differ slightly based on regional location.




Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.


The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.


The compensation for the position is: $ 57,800.00 - $68,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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”

Skills Required

  • Full cycle accounting experience (AP, AR, cash management, accruals, reconciliations)
  • 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages and general ledger maintenance
  • Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers, capitalization, depreciation, and straight-line rent calculations
  • Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and information
  • Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience with Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software
  • College degree in Finance or Accounting
  • Leadership and coaching skills to provide guidance to accountants and lead team activities
  • Analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective oral and written communication

Cushman & Wakefield Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cushman & Wakefield and has not been reviewed or approved by Cushman & Wakefield.

  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is consistently referenced as part of the package. Feedback suggests this provides a solid baseline for long‑term savings across many U.S. roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off and company holidays are regularly highlighted and described as a meaningful part of the offering. Feedback suggests time‑off benefits add tangible value alongside base pay.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, plus backup care and wellbeing resources, are described as available. These offerings indicate a supportive approach to family needs in many roles.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
53,000 Employees
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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