Senior Accountant Financial Reporting

Ultimus Fund Solutions; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimus Fund Solutions in Boston seeks a Senior Accountant I - Financial Reporting to join our finance team. You will review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and footnotes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires 2–5+ years in accounting, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and comfort with MS Office; exposure to Investran or similar software is a plus. You will support client deliverables and drive process improvements in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of related accounting/finance experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• MBA or MSA strongly preferred.
• CPA license strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, cash flows, and footnotes.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial statements.
• Respond to client inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Support training and development of new team members as needed.
• Coordinate and complete special projects as directed by clients and management.
• Manage client expectations and deliverable deadlines.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Planning

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

MBA/MSA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Investran (or similar)

Job description

Senior Accountant I - Financial Reporting

• Review financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, statement of changes, cash flows, schedule of investments and footnote disclosures including financial highlights;
• Understanding of hedge funds and private equity funds under administration (legal structure, investment objective, fee structure, etc.);
• Timely response to client inquiries, as required;
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial statements;
• Continually updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; internal company and team trainings; maintains personal networks; participates in professional development opportunities;
• Assist in the development and training of new team members as required;
• Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client requests and as directed by management; and
• Manage client's expectations and oversee deliverable deadlines;

Qualifications:

• 2 - 5+ years' (relevant) experience in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred;
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field;
• Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in Accounting or related field strongly preferred;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus;
• Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning, and problem-solving skills required;
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients and;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information;
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships;