[Remote] Client Accountant

Posted 2026-05-06
Remote, USA Full-time Immediate Start

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Client Accountant to manage cash and accrual accounting, full-cycle accounting, and GL accounting. The role involves preparing financial reports, managing bank reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls while collaborating with clients and property management.


Responsibilities

  • Perform Full Cycle Accounting to include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions
  • Prepare and assist with cash management, AP and AR, Accruals 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 multiple clients
  • Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting
  • Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated based on owner requirements; Calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences
  • Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies and problems to the attention of management
  • Research, analyze and effectively communicate basic accounting issues and escalate appropriately
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner
  • Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested
  • Perform other related duties as required or requested

Skills

  • Cash and accrual accounting
  • Full-cycle accounting
  • GL accounting
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Balance sheets
  • Income statements
  • Financial reporting
  • Month-end close
  • Perform Full Cycle Accounting to include analysis of accounts or accounting transactions
  • Prepare and assist with cash management, AP and AR, Accruals 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
  • Apply appropriate procedures for preparation of accounting records, research of transactions and reporting
  • Prepare and review fixed asset ledgers to ensure items are properly capitalized and depreciated based on owner requirements
  • Calculate and record straight-line rent based on client preferences
  • Apply the financial policies and procedures of the company and bring inconsistencies and problems to the attention of management
  • Research, analyze and effectively communicate basic accounting issues and escalate appropriately
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and property management in a timely manner
  • Comply and assist with internal and external audits by providing appropriate documentation and information as requested
  • Perform other related duties as required or requested
  • College degree in Finance or Accounting
  • Requires some experience, but less than one year or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Analytical
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication – Oral & Written
  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Financial Management
  • Organizational
  • Time Management
  • Prior experience with accounting or database software packages
  • Basic knowledge of commercial real estate

Benefits

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life, and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work

Company Overview

  • Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cushmanwakefield.com.

  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Cushman & Wakefield has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 3 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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