Client Accountant

cw; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid and unpaid time away

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Client Accountant in St. Louis to manage cash and accrual accounting, general ledger, and financial reporting for multiple clients. You will perform full cycle accounting, prepare reports, and ensure accuracy under limited supervision.

The role requires a college degree in Finance or Accounting with practical experience; strong MS Office and 10 Key skills are preferred. Salary range provided and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• College degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• Requires some experience, but less than one year or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of commercial real estate is a plus; proficient in MS Office and 10 Key skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Full Cycle Accounting, analyze accounts and transactions.
• Prepare cash management, AP and AR, accruals and reconciliations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages with internal controls and client requirements.
• Review fixed asset ledgers and depreciation; calculate straight-line rent as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies; highlight inconsistencies to management.
• Research and communicate basic accounting issues; escalate appropriately.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients and property management.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to Detail

Communication – Oral & Written

Customer/Client Focus

Financial Management

Organizational

Time Management

Education

College degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

10 Key

Job description

Client Accountant

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

• 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 elevate 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 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 & 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: $ 53,550.00 - $63,000.00Cushman & 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 [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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