Associate, Financial Control, Treasury & Regulatory Reporting

Cohen & Steers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohen & Steers is seeking an Associate for Financial Control to support corporate accounting and financial analysis in New York. The role involves assisting in the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and collaborating with various departments.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, have 1–3 years of relevant experience, and excel in communication and multitasking. The position allows one remote workday a week, promoting a hybrid work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of accounting experience in asset management, financial services, and/or public accounting.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals across varying levels of financial expertise.
• Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly and quarter-end close for assigned legal entities.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and other departments.

Skills

Accounting experience in asset management

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

Job Title

Associate, Financial Control, Treasury & Regulatory Reporting

Department

Finance

Reports To

Vice President, Assistant Controller

FLSA Code

Non-Exempt

Estimated Salary

$80,000 - $85,000

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting corporate accounting and financial analysis function of a publicly traded asset management firm. Contribute to the month-end and quarter-end close process for domestic and foreign regulated entities. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. Support management in achieving departmental and firm-wide objectives. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

Corporate General Ledger

• Assist in the monthly and quarter‑end close for assigned legal entities within the firm's consolidated financial statements.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and related supporting documentation/workpapers.
• Coordinate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and other departments during the close and reporting process.
• Manage expense accrual processes for assigned entities.

Sarbanes‑Oxley Compliance

• Maintain and operate assigned internal controls over financial reporting.
• Support the design and implementation of ICFR enhancements.
• Prepare documentation and provide requested support to the outsourced internal audit service provider.

Treasury

• Prepare schedules supporting firm cash, investment and hedging activities.
• Assist with payment processing support and related documentation.

Other

• Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit requests.
• Organize, track, and manage multiple detailed assignments in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate inclusive behaviors that support a culture valuing diverse perspectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• Series 99 a plus, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience in asset management, financial services, and/or public accounting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with individuals across varying levels of financial expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting/reporting tools; Workday Financials experience a plus.
• Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives.
• Agrees to comply with the firm’s hybrid work policy ("work from home policy," as aligned with the Company’s employee handbook), which currently requires reporting to the Company’s New York City office four (4) days per week, with one (1) remote workday permitted.

Note

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The job title or duties and responsibilities may be changed by the Company at any time.