Senior Accountant I

Ultimus Fund Solutions; United States; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ultimus Fund Solutions is seeking an accounting professional to support fund accounting, review general ledger entries, and assist with quarterly and annual reporting. You will help ensure accurate financial statements and proper client communications.

The role includes preparing waterfall calculations and assisting with onboarding new clients. Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years in accounting/finance, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, and CPA is preferred.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• MBA/MSA strongly preferred.
• CPA license is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication for client interactions.

Responsabilidades

• Review journal entries and maintain general ledger; prepare entries as needed.
• Review quarterly and annual reporting packages before management approval.
• Review financial statements prior to management approval.
• Review capital calls and distributions before approval.
• Coordinate delivery of notices to clients and investors.
• Communicate with client investors to address inquiries.
• Set deadlines with clients for deliverables per LPA requirements.
• Review wires/transfers and sign off before treasury approval.
• Prepare/review moderate to complex waterfall and management fee calculations.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Coordinate and complete special projects directed by clients or management.
• Assist with onboarding new clients.

Conocimientos

Accounting principles

Client service

Team coordination

Prioritization

MS Office

Financial systems

Communication

Research & problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's in Accounting

MBA/MSA preferred

CPA preferred

Herramientas

Investran

Descripción del empleo

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review of journal entries and maintenance of general ledger and/or preparation of entries where necessary;
• Review of quarterly and annual reporting packages prior to management approval;
• Review of quarterly and annual financial statements prior to management approval;
• Review of capital calls and distributions prior to management approval;
• Coordinate the delivery of capital call and distributions notices to clients and the investors;
• Review of correspondence with client investors to address inquiries as needed;
• Communicate with clients to establish deadlines for quarterly and annual deliverables in accordance with clients’ LPA requirements;
• Review all team wires/transfers prior to treasury approval and sign off;
• Prepare/review moderate to complex waterfall calculations and management fee calculations
• Assist in the development and training of new team members as required;
• Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client or as directed by management as assigned;
• Assist with new client onboarding;

Knowledge And Skills

• 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;
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties;
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed;
• Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems;
• Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training, and assistance as needed;
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting;
• Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities.

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;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines.