Client Reporting & Accounting Associate

Focus Financial Partners; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual cash bonus

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Job summary

Focus Financial Partners is seeking a Client Reporting & Accounting Associate in Charlottesville, Virginia. This hybrid role involves preparing client portfolio reports, reviewing investment performance, and providing support to client service teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong accounting and analytical skills, and a client service mindset, with a competitive base pay of $90,000-$105,000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret and organize financial information.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly client portfolio reports.
• Calculation and review of investment performance returns.
• Collaboration with client service teams and external service providers.

Skills

Accounting skills

Analytical skills

Client service mindset

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS)

Job description

Company Overview

CornerStone, based in Charlottesville, Virginia, serves as the outsourced investment manager (OCIO) for nonprofit organizations. Our clients rely on the returns generated by their investment portfolios to support missions in areas such as health, education, conservation, and community development. CornerStone manages the full investment program for our clients, including portfolio oversight, investment reporting, and operational administration. CornerStone is a dynamic, growth-oriented firm committed to developing a diverse and equitable workforce.

Position Title

Client Reporting & Accounting Associate

This hybrid position requires a minimum of 2 days in office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly client portfolio reports.
• Calculation and review of investment performance returns and related metrics.
• Performance attribution analysis and reporting.
• Portfolio-level risk and exposure analysis.
• Portfolio liquidity monitoring and cash flow analysis.

Investment Accounting & Data Management

• Review of accounting and performance data provided by client custodians.
• Private equity investment account reconciliations and performance tracking.
• Maintenance of investment performance and analytical platforms.

Client Service & Operational Support

• Investment-related client audit and tax support.
• Investment transaction management and other portfolio administration functions.
• Collaboration with client service teams and external service providers.
• Special projects including analytical support for team members and ad hoc client analyses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required (BA or BS).
• CPA, CFA, or other technical certifications are helpful but not required.
• Strong accounting and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and organize large volumes of financial information.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Excellent client service mindset with an aptitude for working directly with clients and their service providers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience or interest in the investment industry, portfolio reporting, or financial analysis.
• Experience with data analytics, data manipulation, or APIs.

Compensation and Benefits

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $90,000-$105,000. Actual base pay may vary based on experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location, and skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skill set, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law.

Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

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For Montana Applicants

If hired, the employment relationship is governed by the Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act. Mont. Code Ann. Section 39-2-901.

For Rhode Island Applicants

Focus is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law. If you willfully provide false information about your ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, you may be barred from filing a claim under the provisions of the Workers’ Compensation Act of the State of Rhode Island if the false information is directly related to the personal injury that is the basis for the new claim for compensation. The Company complies fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act.