Finance & Accounting Analyst

GW&K Investment Management, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental care coverage

Employer-matched 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Support for work/life balance

Job summary

GW&K Investment Management, LLC is looking for a Finance & Accounting Analyst to support core accounting processes and client billing activities in our Boston office. This role involves assisting with the monthly accounting close, managing accounts receivable and payable, and developing management reporting to guide senior management.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $95,000 USD, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, financial analysis, or related experience.
• Experience in investment management, asset management, financial services, banking, or public accounting is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and execution of monthly accounting close activities.
• Calculate and process management fees in accordance with client agreements.
• Process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
• Help create recurring financial reporting for senior management.
• Develop automated reporting solutions to improve efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Experience with AI/Power BI/Tableau

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The Finance & Accounting Analyst will support the Finance team in executing core accounting processes, assisting with client billing activities and helping to report financial and business data across the firm. This role is responsible for supporting the monthly accounting close and billing processes, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable activities, preparing and distributing client investment management fee invoices and developing management reporting to assist decision making for senior management and the firm’s various business areas.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Accounting Close
  • Assist in the preparation and execution of monthly accounting close activities.
  • Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with firm accounting policies.
  • Reconcile the firm’s cash accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Support the preparation of financial reports and management reporting packages.
  • Maintain support schedules and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Accounts Receivable & Client Billing
  • Calculate and process management fees in accordance with client agreements and upload fee statements to the portals of select clients.
  • Review billing calculations for accuracy and compliance.
  • Help maintain billing calendars and ensure timely completion of billing cycles.
  • Apply client payments to accounts receivables ledger and research discrepancies.
  • Produce accounts receivable aging reports and collection metrics.
• Accounts Payable
  • Process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
  • Ensure invoices are properly coded and approved prior to payment.
  • Prepare payment batches and maintain accounts payable records.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Help create recurring financial reporting for senior management and business areas.
• Gather, validate and organize financial and business data from multiple internal systems.
• Develop automated reporting solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, financial analysis, or related experience.
• Experience in investment management, asset management, financial services, banking, or public accounting is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Experience with AI, Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn.

This role is based in our Boston office on a hybrid schedule - 4 days per week in-office, 1 day per week remote.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000 USD

Benefits

GW&K provides comprehensive benefits that are designed to meet the long-term needs of our employees and their families. Along with competitive compensation packages, we offer health and dental care coverage, employer-matched 401k, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and a variety of other benefits that support a healthy work/life balance in a hybrid environment.

GW&K Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.