Cushman Wakefield for Sr. Property Accountant in Seattle, WA

Managing the financial operations of a commercial property requires more than accurate bookkeeping—it takes strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to turn complex financial data into meaningful business insights. The Property Accountant position offers an opportunity for experienced accounting professionals to take on a key role in overseeing financial reporting, invoice processing, expense management, and financial analysis for a Facilities Management team. Working closely with the Facilities Manager and client staff, this role helps ensure that financial records remain accurate, expenditures are properly monitored, and business decisions are supported by reliable financial information.

In this position, the Property Accountant will oversee accounting activities across multiple cost centers, prepare GAAP-based financial reports, analyze budget variances, and supervise accounting personnel. The role also calls for independent decision-making, effective communication, and the ability to advise colleagues and clients on financial and accounting matters. With a degree in Finance or Accounting and at least four years of relevant experience, preferably in commercial real estate, qualified candidates can apply their expertise in a dynamic environment while developing their leadership and professional capabilities.

Description
Property Accountant

Summary
At a client site, the Senior Accountant provides oversight and direction regarding the primary accounting, bill payment/processing, financial support, and, as needed, administrative/clerical support for the on-site Facilities Management team.

This position is expected to work closely with the Facilities Manager and is responsible for maintaining and updating financial records using databases, spreadsheets, and accounting systems that track expenditures, cash flow, and other financial activities. This position has a high degree of discretion and independent judgment, and may supervise and direct the Accounting Coordinator and may act as an inside consultant on finance, accounting, and billing matters.

Principal responsibilities:

• Prepare GAAP based financial reports for multiple cost centers monthly.
• Prepare special financial and analytical reports quarterly and annually.
• Prepares or oversees the data entry of all invoices for entry into the accounting system.  Verifies invoice accuracy, coding of invoices, and allocations for submission to property management and manages associated record keeping.
• Develops and maintains the records of financial transactions for the assignment. Verifies, allocates, and oversees the posting of details of business transactions to subsidiary accounts in journals or computer files from documents, such as sales slips, invoices, receipts, check stubs, and computer printouts.
• Oversees the preparation and submission of documentation for expense reports and variance process and obtains necessary approvals and checks for accuracy and accordance with established procedures and policies.
• Responsible for the preparation and compilation of reports and analysis to show statistics, such as cash receipts and expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, profit and loss, and other items pertinent to the operation of the business. Ensures the maintenance, updating, and efficient summarization of applicable ledgers and computer files/reports.
• Supervises Accountants and Accounting Coordinators.
• May be responsible for the oversight of other accounting, reporting, and record-keeping functions as assigned.

Requirements

• BS  degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• A minimum of 4 years of commercial finance or accounting experience is necessary, preferably in commercial real estate.
• Must have the ability to work independently, exercise judgment and discretion, supervise and direct others, and function as an inside advisor or consultant to C&W and client staff on finance and accounting matters.
• Good working knowledge of GAAP to produce monthly financial reports.  Must be able to analyze financial results to provide variance explanations and effectively communicate the results to the team and the client.
• Prior experience with automated accounting systems is necessary.  Any previous working experience with the YARDI system is a definite plus.
• Must be able to create detailed accounting and analytical reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals.
• Must be able to present information and analysis effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

If you have the skills necessary to thrive in a fast-paced environment, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, and a genuine career opportunity.

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The Property Accountant position is a valuable opportunity for accounting professionals who are ready to combine financial expertise, analytical thinking, and team leadership in a commercial property environment. From preparing financial reports and monitoring transactions to advising clients and supervising accounting staff, this role plays an important part in supporting efficient financial operations. For candidates with the required qualifications and experience, it offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution while pursuing long-term career growth, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits.