Financial Accounting Analyst

LHH; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative compensation package

Employer paid healthcare

Profit sharing

Paid parking

Job summary

A financial services client in Detroit is seeking an Accounting Analyst/Associate to support financial reporting and accounting operations. Responsibilities include evaluating financial deliverables, assisting with annual audits, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers a lucrative compensation package, employer-paid healthcare, profit sharing, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, ideally within fund accounting or corporate finance.
• Background in public accounting and/or CPA certification is beneficial.
• Strong understanding of valuation methodologies and fair value reporting standards.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate quarterly financial deliverables such as balance sheets and income statements.
• Assist with annual audits and prepare supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate accounting records while adhering to regulations.
• Prepare and process various reports for stakeholders.
• Respond to inquiries and generate ad hoc analyses in collaboration with the accounting and investor relations teams.

Skills

U.S. GAAP understanding

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Experience with Tableau or Power BI

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Alteryx

Job description

LHH is seeking an accounting professional for a growing financial services client in the metro Detroit area to support financial reporting, accounting operations, and oversight of investment vehicles. This role will collaborate closely with external service providers to ensure accurate reporting and smooth day‑to‑day operations. The individual in this position will begin with core accounting responsibilities and have opportunities over time to broaden their exposure across the finance and operations functions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate quarterly financial deliverables, including capital account statements, balance sheets, income statements, capital activity, and cash flow reports.
• Assist with annual audits by preparing supporting documentation, managing information flow, and addressing auditor questions.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate accounting records while ensuring adherence to governing documents and relevant regulations.
• Prepare, review, and process various reports for internal and external constituents.
• Respond to inquiries and generate ad hoc analyses in collaboration with the accounting and investor relations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, ideally within fund accounting, investment management, or corporate finance/accounting.
• Background in public accounting and/or CPA certification is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with valuation methodologies, corporate finance principles, and fair value reporting standards.
• Experience with data visualization platforms such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Exposure to workflow or process automation tools (e.g., Alteryx) is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formula creation and data manipulation.
• Excellent analytical abilities, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative, fast‑paced team environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Lucrative compensation package
• Employer paid healthcare
• Profit sharing
• Paid parking

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