Company Background:
The Firm is one of the most experienced global growth private equity firms. They have more than 50 years of experience helping to scale companies in targeted sectors within their five core industries of technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer and business services. The firm invests in profitable, growing companies with opportunities for sustained growth.
The firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The firm is pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Native American status or any other legally-protected factors.
Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant opportunity is a newly created role based on the growth of the firm and accounting team. This position will report to the Fund Controller and be part of an accounting/finance department. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of accounting and reporting for certain Firm investment limited partnerships. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in transitioning from public accounting to a global private equity environment.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Fund accounting, including use of general ledger and portfolio accounting system
Assist with preparation of quarterly financial reports
Preparation of fund and Limited Partners performance data
Respond to queries from investors
Assist with preparation of support for annual audits by outside auditors
Cash monitoring and reconciliations
Assist with capital calls and distributions to investors
Assist with preparation of support for various filings with Treasury, SEC, etc.
Ad hoc internal and external analysis as needed
Job Qualifications:
3-5 years of experience including Big 4/large firm public accounting with alternative investment / asset management clients highly preferred. Also open to accounting experience in a private equity/venture capital or alternative investment firm.
CPA required
Knowledge of partnership accounting and familiarity with partnership taxation and private equity deal structures.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel- including complex formulas) and Microsoft Dynamics GP general ledger system.
Characteristics of an Outstanding Performer:
A bright, creative and confident professional who has a sense of urgency and is able to support sustained growth by improving systems and procedures.
A hard worker with a “roll up your sleeves” attitude who is motivated to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
A self-starter who takes initiative with tasks and projects and has the ability to handle multiple responsibilities.
A person who is flexible and who doesn’t draw finite lines around responsibilities.
A dedicated, detail-oriented, enthusiastic and energetic professional who has:
A high degree of service orientation towards everyone inside and outside the organization.
A high standard of integrity, character and professionalism.
An ability to prioritize workflow in a challenging and evolving environment.
Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
An ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
An ability to positively interact with all levels of partners and staff.
Other Requirements:
The Firm is requiring all of its new employees who regularly work at Firm offices or attend Company-related events/meetings to be vaccinated against COVID-19. However, when an employee cannot be vaccinated because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance, the Firm will consider whether a reasonable accommodation is required by applicable law. If you believe that you cannot be vaccinated because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance, you may request an accommodation. Otherwise, you will need to provide proof of your COVID-19 vaccination prior to commencing employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
A highly competitive package that includes a base salary plus annual performance bonus and overtime pay.
Company currently pays 100% of medical, dental, disability and life insurance coverages.
Company currently contributes 15% of compensation to employee-directed retirement account.