Staff Accountant
Business Management company in Century City looking for a Staff Accountant to join their Finance and Accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern and fast-growing investment firm that provides proprietary alternative investments across multiple asset classes including Private Equity, Venture Capital, Real Estate, Private Debt, and traditional equity and fixed-income portfolios, as well as financial services including business management, tax, insurance, and planning. The Staff Accountant will be a key member of our team whose primary responsibilities are maintaining general ledgers, preparing analyses, and reports, supporting the book closing process, financial reporting, and audits.
Responsibilities:
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Performs general accounting and other related duties like maintaining general ledgers
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Reconciles cash accounts, customer accounts, and other financial accounts
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Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close monthly books
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Verify and/or complete payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensure payments are charged/coded to the appropriate accounts and resolve any billing issues with third parties
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Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks
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Prepare accounting information for internal reporting, regulatory, and tax filings
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Timely calculation and accurate reporting of NAV (Net Asset Value)
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Calculate management fees and other performance fees
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Support and coordinate with third parties, e.g., tax providers and fund administration firms
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Assist the Finance and Accounting team with financial, administrative, analysis, and other additional tasks and ad hoc projects as they arise and any other duties which are reasonable and consistent with this position as may be assigned from time to time
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Reports to the Accounting Manager or Controller
Qualifications:
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Effective problem-solving, organizational, and analytical abilities
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Aptitude for complex and challenging subject matter
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Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
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Strong attention to detail
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The ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, adherence to due dates and deadlines
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Knowledge regarding how to manage a process while having an eye for improvements
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A self-motivated and results-driven personality
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The desire to be a part of an exceptional team in a forward-thinking environment
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Willingness to help where needed and a desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility
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Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
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At least two years of relevant accounting experience
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Proficient with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
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Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
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Successful completion of background check and pre-employment assessments
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Ability to complete the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
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Preferred experience with fund accounting or working at a financial sponsor is preferred but not required