Accountant

About The Job

Job Summary:

• Seeking a self-directed Accountant with a strong work ethic and high standards for excellence to work in our Family Office.
• The Accountant will prepare accounting records and financial statements for various corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other entities.
• The Accountant will also assist with the preparation of work papers for tax returns.

Responsibilities:

• Implement a new accounting system, including the creation of a standardized chart of accounts for 60+ entities, and integration of data from the investment reporting system.
• Maintain a general ledger system, including a chart of accounts, and prepare monthly closings including journal entries and financial statements.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Review of outside investment statements to internal accounting records to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare books and other supporting schedules for tax returns and other tax-related processes
• Maintain the foundation’s schedule of grants and future commitments
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files for each entity on the internal network.
• Utilize an investment reporting system to track and gather Schedules K-1 from investments to be used for tax return preparation.
• Periodically participate in financial review meetings with Family Office clients and assist with preparing meeting materials.
• Assist Controller with cash management including tracking investment capital calls and distributions.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses as requested by executive management including other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred but not a prerequisite.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience at a small company or in a CPA or similar firm.
• Some tax experience preferred
• Experience working in a diversified environment, with multiple investment types and different ownership structures preferred
• Strong analytical skills with a willingness to improve processes and internal control.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and well-organized with strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Reputation of exemplifying the highest standards of integrity, honesty, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong technology skills preferred with proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Sage (or another similar comprehensive accounting system).