Staff Accountant

Cushman & Wakefield; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield offers a paid Staff Accountant Training Program in St. Louis. This 3-4 month program provides hands-on experience in entry-level cash and accrual accounting, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting under guided supervision.

You’ll apply standard accounting principles to deliver accurate, high-quality work and prepare for advancement into a Client Accountant role within the CRE sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related business degree preferred; candidates may be enrolled while pursuing degree

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level cash and accrual accounting tasks for properties including ledgers and reconciliations
• Prepare basic financial reporting packages
• Provide accounting support including journal entries and data entry
• Adhere to Client Accounting policies and procedures
• Research and communicate accounting issues to management
• Participate in month-end checklist and processes

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Customer service experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Title

Staff Accountant

Job Description Summary

We are a full-service global commercial real estate company with over 100 years of experience, 52,000 professionals and 400 offices worldwide. We are driven to solve complex problems, and we have the expertise and experience to bring solutions to life. At Cushman & Wakefield we believe Better Never Settles. That’s why we never settle for the world that’s been built, but relentlessly drive it forward for our clients, colleagues and communities. We push boundaries, think creatively, and strive to exceed expectations in everything we do. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion to deliver the best outcomes for our clients. The Cushman & Wakefield Staff Accountant Training Program is a paid, 3-4 month program designed to give individuals that have graduated or are close to graduating with their Bachelor’s degree hands‑on experience in accounting within the commercial real estate (CRE) sector. In this role, you’ll perform entry‑level cash and accrual accounting tasks, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and providing technical and clerical support. Working under guided supervision, you’ll apply established accounting principles to deliver accurate, high‑quality work. This program is designed to give you hands‑on experience and industry knowledge, preparing you for advancement into a Client Accountant position.

Job Description

Start Date

September 28, 2026 (3 - 4 month program)

Job Responsibilities

• Perform Full‑Cycle Accounting

  Execute cash basis and basic accrual accounting for assigned properties, including industrial, land, association, and light office portfolios. Responsibilities include account analysis, transaction review, bank reconciliations, cash management, accounts payable/receivable, accruals, and reconciliations. Maintain organization and prioritize a medium‑volume workload across single or multiple clients.

• Prepare Financial Reporting Packages

  Produce accurate and timely basic financial reporting packages in compliance with internal controls and client requirements. Ensure productivity standards are met while managing multiple priorities for one or more clients.

• Provide Accounting Support

  Assist with additional accounting functions as directed by the manager, gaining exposure to broader property accounting practices. Tasks may include accounts receivable processing, preparation of reconciliation schedules, journal entries, data entry, and special projects requiring research and analysis.

• Apply Policies and Procedures

  Adhere to financial policies and procedures outlined in the Client Accounting Policies & Procedures manual. Develop a clear understanding of policy structure and the segregation of duties between Property Management and Client Accounting.

• Research and Communicate Issues

  Investigate and analyze basic accounting discrepancies, escalating concerns to management as appropriate. Communicate effectively and collaborate with clients and property management teams in a timely and professional manner.

• Participate in Month‑End Review

  Dedicate time to completing and reviewing the Client Accounting month‑end checklist to gain exposure to diverse property accounting practices. This may include reviewing properties outside your assigned portfolio, as directed by the Accounting Manager, to build a comprehensive understanding of industry‑standard accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or other comparable business‑related degree is preferred; however, a candidate who is currently enrolled in a college or university while actively pursuing such degree may be considered

• Strong interest in pursuing a career in Client Accounting (not tax or audit).

• Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

• A basic knowledge of department‑specific accounting functions.

• A functional understanding of current accounting software.

• Collaborative team player with excellent relationship‑building and communication skills.

• High sense of urgency and ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.

• Meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness in all tasks.

• Previous experience in customer service, sales, or administrative roles is a plus

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: $22.53 - $26.50

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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