Senior Accountant

• Location: San Fernando Valley, California
• $110000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1584
• Salary: $110,000 - $125,000

Title: Senior Accountant

Industry: Real Estate

Location: San Fernando Valley – Hybrid

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will take on new responsibilities in fund administration and reporting while supervising an off-shore team, providing you with valuable leadership experience. Located in the San Fernando Valley, this position offers a hybrid work schedule and significant opportunities for career growth within a dynamic finance and accounting team.

Description:

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review notices while executing transactions in line with fund and investment legal agreements.
• Compile quarterly reports and financial statements for funds, ensuring adherence to US GAAP standards.
• Generate investor reports, including capital account statements, tax document delivery, and customized templates, along with handling ad-hoc requests as necessary.
• Review quarterly investment reporting packages and gather relevant information regarding investments.
• Act as the primary contact for external auditors, managing relationships and inquiries.
• Collaborate effectively with investment operating partners to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee the approval process and timely payment of invoices to maintain accounts payable accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and maintain sufficient liquidity across all entities.
• Verify that all journal entries are accurately coded, reviewed, and supported with the necessary documentation.
• Continuously seek to enhance business processes for improved efficiency, accuracy, and quality of outputs.
• Engage in company-wide growth initiatives to support organizational development.
• Manage, mentor, and foster the professional growth of team members.
• Conduct timely performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to direct reports, when applicable.
• Maintain robust internal controls surrounding accounting and reporting practices.
• Review and update documentation of policies and procedures, recommending modifications as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master of Accounting (MAcc) or MBA preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience in public or private accounting roles.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting or reporting within the real estate or private equity sectors.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with senior leadership.
• Skilled in conveying complex financial concepts to individuals lacking finance and accounting expertise.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience supervising other professionals.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and operate under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding analytical and abstract reasoning abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills.