Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Training Program

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.

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
• Participate in Month-End Review

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 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.

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