Staff Accountant
Cushman & WakefieldAbout the role
Job Title
Staff AccountantJob 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
Mid-September, 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 i
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