Senior Client Accountant

Cushman & Wakefield•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Senior Client Accountant is responsible for all phases of accounting using established accounting principles. The role includes financial reporting for clients, projects, or business units; analysis; assistance with budgeting; and general ledger maintenance. The position uses sound technical skills and judgment to provide leadership within the accounting team. The role performs full-cycle accounting and prepares accurate, timely financial reporting packages for multiple clients. It involves collaboration with clients and property management, researching and communicating complex accounting issues, applying company financial policies and procedures, assisting with audits, and providing coaching and project leadership as directed by management. The position may require travel up to 5% of the time. Cushman & Wakefield describes itself as an equal opportunity employer. Eligible employees may enroll in a variety of benefit programs. Compensation for the position is $60,690.00–$71,400.00, with the offered amount depending on factors such as location, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

One to three years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated analytical ability and attention to detail.
Oral and written communication skills.
Customer/client focus and relationship management skills.
Financial management knowledge and independent judgment.
Interpersonal skills, results orientation, and time management skills.
Ability to perform close-visual-acuity work, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, or viewing a computer terminal.
Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.

Nice To Haves

College degree in Finance or Accounting.
Experience with Yardi, MRI, or other real estate accounting software.

Responsibilities

Perform full-cycle accounting, including analysis of accounts and accounting transactions.
Prepare and assist with cash management, accounts payable and receivable, accruals, and reconciliations.
Prioritize and organize a high-volume workload for multiple clients while meeting productivity standards.
Prepare comprehensive financial reporting packages accurately and on time, in accordance with internal controls and client requirements.
Research, analyze, communicate, and appropriately escalate complex accounting issues.
Communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner.
Apply appropriate procedures to prepare accounting records, research transactions, and report financial information.
Apply company financial policies and procedures, and bring inconsistencies, problems, and recommendations to management’s attention.
Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated according to owner requirements.
Calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences.
Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and information.
Coach Accountants as required by management, lead team meetings, and assist with onboarding new assignments or lead projects.
Perform other related duties as required or requested.