Financial Accountant

Smith Arnold Partners; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Strong 401(k) plan

Collaborative company culture

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners is seeking an Accountant to join their rapidly growing team in Darien, Connecticut. The Accountant will be integral to fund and management accounting, specializing in financial data analytics and tax compliance related to real estate investments.

The ideal candidate is expected to have a BS degree in accounting and 2+ years of experience in real estate fund accounting or related fields. The position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $125,000 along with comprehensive healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with real estate fund accounting, hedge fund, PE, credit products.
• Experience working in public accounting, tax, and financial data + reporting.
• Preference for CPA/public accounting background.

Responsibilities

• Analyze internal financial data to drive strategic decision making.
• Perform month-end close activities and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and related disclosures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Strong technical accounting skills

Interest in investment and mortgage-related accounting

Education

BS degree in accounting

Job description

Our client is a rapidly growing real estate investment asset manager specializing in residential mortgage and structured credit investments. Following a year of significant expansion tripling in size to more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. The firm is continuing to build out its institutional-grade finance and accounting team.

The Accountant will play a key role in fund and management accounting, financial data analytics, payroll + real estate tax compliance. This is a hands-on role well-suited for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building, improving, and scaling processes.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and intellectually curious, with strong technical accounting skills and an interest in investment and mortgage-related accounting.

What you will Like about this company:

• Offers comprehensive healthcare coverage, with the majority of medical, dental, and vision costs covered.
• Employees benefit from a strong 401(k) plan designed to support long-term financial security.
• The team values a thoughtful, collaborative culture that emphasizes respect, balance, and sustainable growth.

Protentional Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000

Responsibilities:

• Analyze internal financial data to drive strategic decision making, budgeting, forecasting, + profitability.
• Record and review accounting activity related to investment portfolios and financing structures, fixed assets + depreciation schedules, variance analysis.
• Perform month-end close activities and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Reconcile general ledger, cash, and third-party accounts.
• Maintain accounting records and supporting schedules.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and related disclosures.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers, including mortgage servicers and administrators.
• Support external audit and real estate tax reporting processes.
• Assist with accounts payable and cash management activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Partner with the CFO, Controller, and broader finance team on ad hoc requests.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in accounting.
• 2+ Experience with Real estate fund accounting, hedge fund, PE, credit products.
• Experience working in public accounting, tax, and financial data + reporting.
• Preference for CPA/public accounting background.
• Working knowledge of mortgage loans is preferred.