Our client, a fund Solutions provider, is seeking a Private Equity Staff Accountant.
Location: Clifton Park, NY
Position Type: Full Time
Job Summary
This position will require regular interaction with clients, team members, and management.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Review of journal entries and maintenance of general ledger and/or preparation of entries where necessary;
- Review of quarterly and annual reporting packages prior to management approval;
- Review of quarterly and annual financial statements prior to management approval;
- Review of capital calls and distributions prior to management approval;
- Coordinate the delivery of capital call and distribution notices to clients and the investors;
- Review of correspondence with client investors to address inquiries as needed;
- Communicate with clients to establish deadlines for quarterly and annual deliverables in accordance with clients' LPA requirements;
- Review all team wires/transfers prior to treasury approval and sign off;
- Prepare/review moderate to complex waterfall calculations and management fee calculations;
- Assist in the development and training of new team members as required;
- Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client or as directed by management as assigned;
- Assist with new client onboarding.
Knowledge And Skills
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, and internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgment in selecting and interpreting information;
- Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships;
- Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties;
- Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed;
- Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems;
- Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training, and assistance as needed;
- Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting;
- Demonstrate sound research, interpretive, and problem-solving abilities.
Qualifications
- 2-5+ years of relevant experience in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred;
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field;
- Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in accounting or a related field strongly preferred;
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus;
- Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and demonstrate attention to detail, planning, and problem-solving skills;
- Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines.
Must haves:
- Private Equity Accounting;
- Minimum 2 years’ experience;
- Experience with Distributions, Capital Calls, and Waterfalls;
- Excel, Investran.
Salary/Rate: TBD based on location.
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