Family Office Accountant

Arnold & Itkin LLP; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arnold & Itkin LLP is seeking a highly organized family office accountant with 3–5 years of full-cycle accounting experience to manage the financial operations for multiple privately held entities. You will handle accounts payable, journal entries, monthly closings, data analysis, and financial reporting, ensuring GAAP/IFRS compliance and accurate records.

We value tech proficiency and process improvement, with a focus on leveraging new software to optimize workflows and efficiency across the

Formación

• 3–5 years of full-cycle accounting experience.
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• Strong GAAP and IFRS knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple entities.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Excel.

Responsabilidades

• Manage all aspects of the accounting cycle including general ledger and journal entries.
• Maintain GAAP/IFRS compliance and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Handle accounts payable/receivable and intercompany entries.
• Oversee month-end close processes for multiple entities.
• Analyze data and support budgeting and reporting.
• Protect confidentiality and maintain SOP documentation.

Conocimientos

Full-cycle accounting

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Herramientas

QuickBooks

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented family office accountant with 3 to 5 years of full-cycle accounting experience to manage the financial operations for multiple privately held entities. In this role, you will support our core business operations by handling accounts payable, journal entries, monthly closings, data analysis, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate ensures all books and records strictly adhere to GAAP, IFRS, company policies, and industry standards. We place strong emphasis on leveraging technology; you should be adept at adopting new software and proactive about using tech tools to optimize processes and drive efficiency.

Requirements

• Manage all aspects of the accounting cycle, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, debits, credits, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Maintain and adhere to accounting principles, practices, and procedures in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, company policies, and industry practices.
• Ensure confidentiality of information is maintained at all times.
• Ensure that all financial data is recorded accurately and within a timely manner.
• Responsible for accounting for certain family entities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger.
• Execute the timely month-end close of the general ledger for all entities in the accounting system.
• Prepare journal entries, including recurring entries for month-end close.
• Responsible for accounts payable and receivable, including invoice processing, billing, collections, and timely payment of expenses.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Support budgeting, financial analysis, and expense reporting.
• Analyze, generate, and process intercompany entries needed to adjust or reallocate expenses between business units. Prepare and post intercompany billing in a timely manner.
• Ensure documentation of standard operating procedures for crucial accounting processes is maintained and updated periodically.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience is required.
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting independently.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, debits, credits, journal entries, financial statements, and general ledger management.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks or comparable accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage deadlines, and work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated discretion and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Previous family office, private business, or multi-entity accounting experience preferred.