Staff Accountant at Cushman & Wakefield in Saint Louis, MI

Staff Accountant
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
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
Mid-September, 2026 (3 - 4 month program)
Job Responsibilities
Perform Full-Cycle Accounting
Prepare Financial Reporting Packages
Provide Accounting Support
Apply Policies and Procedures
Research and Communicate Issues
Investigate and analyze basic accounting discrepancies, escalating concerns to management asappropriate. Communicate effectively and collaborate with clients and property management teams ina timelyand 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 Accountingor 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 inClient Accounting (not tax or audit).
Proficiencyin 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.
Previousexperience in customer service, sales, or administrative roles is aplus

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 Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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