Sr. Accountant

Cushman & Wakefield; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Sr. Accountant in the St. Louis area to manage all phases of accounts payable, prepare financial packages, and support budgeting and GL maintenance. You will provide leadership within the accounting team and coordinate with clients and asset management.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to internal controls, and effective communication to resolve complex accounting issues, with opportunities to mentor staff and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Perform AP accounting transactions and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial reporting packages and support internal controls.
• Lead accounting team and coach staff; coordinate with clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform AP accounting transactions and reconciliations for multiple clients.
• Prepare financial reporting packages timely and accurately.
• Research, analyze and communicate complex accounting issues; escalate as needed.
• Apply procedures for accounting records and reporting.
• Support internal/external audits with documentation.
• Coach accountants and lead team meetings on new assignments.

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for all phases of A/P accounting using established accounting principles, including financial reporting for clients, projects, or business unites, analysis, assistance with budgeting, and general ledger maintenance, as well as use of sound technical skills and solid judgment to provide leadership within the accounting team.

Job Title

Sr. Accountant

Job Description Summary

Responsible for all phases of A/P accounting using established accounting principles, including financial reporting for clients, projects, or business unites, analysis, assistance with budgeting, and general ledger maintenance, as well as use of sound technical skills and solid judgment to provide leadership within the accounting team.

Job Description

Essential Job Duties:

• Perform AP accounting transactions. Prepare and assist with cash management, AP 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 client.
• Research, analyze and effectively communicate complex accounting issues and **escalate** appropriately. Effectively communicate and collaborate with client and asset 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
• 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.

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: $ 55,165.00 - $64,900.00

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 [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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