About this opportunity
Northbound Executive Search lists this Corporate Accountant opportunity in new york city, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Corporate Accountant
We are seeking a management company accountant coming with 3-4+ years of management company or corporate accounting experience preferability from within a financial services / private equity environment. This position is 4-5days onsite per week. This is a temp-to-Perm opportunity. Paying $70-$80/hr. (TC: $150K-$180K).
Key Responsibilities
Support the monthly close process for domestic and international entities, including cash, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, investment activity, management fees, and expense accounting
Prepare and review monthly general ledger reconciliations, trial balance support schedules, revenue and expense analyses, and balance sheet roll-forwards
Perform and maintain month-end control reconciliations with accurate documentation and high-quality workpapers
Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities and assist with improving workflows between AP and Corporate Accounting
Prepare management reporting and financial analyses for assigned entities
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages and business line reporting for senior leadership
Support tax-related activities and reporting requirements
Assist with the preparation of annual standalone and consolidated financial statements, including footnote disclosures
Coordinate and support the annual external audit by preparing schedules, reconciliations, account analyses, and responding to auditor requests
Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting processes and improve overall accounting operations
Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies, procedures, checklists, and business continuity documentation
Monitor changes in accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial reporting requirements, and prepare technical accounting memos as needed
Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives
Participate in ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives as assigned
Perform other accounting and finance responsibilities as needed to support the department
Qualifications
3-4+ years of progressive management company accounting experience
Financial services experience is required
Management company or corporate accounting experience within a buy-side private equity, private credit, or alternative asset management firm is strongly preferred
Strong experience with month-end close, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support
Experience supporting domestic and international legal entities is preferred
CPA is not required
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt quickly to changing business needs
Who can apply
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