Senior Client Accountant

AlTi Tiedemann Global; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic global wealth management firm as a Senior Client Accountant. In this pivotal role, you will provide exceptional service to clients and collaborate closely with wealth management teams. Your expertise will guide the administration of client accounts, ensuring timely financial reporting and effective cash management. This role is perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy mentoring others. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and innovation, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the world of finance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional accounting experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client accounting activities and ensure accurate financial transactions.
• Mentor and coach junior team members while managing deadlines.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Detail-Oriented

Customer Service

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA or CPA Candidate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

AlTi Tiedemann Global (“AlTi”) is a NASDAQ listed global wealth manager, creating possibility, impact and legacy for the most discerning and dynamic owners of capital in the world. The firm currently manages or advises on approximately $77 billion in combined assets and has an expansive network of c.400 professionals across three continents.

Our work ranges from helping clients leave a lasting legacy or create meaningful impact in the world, to structuring a complex estate or investing in compelling alternatives. Whether our clients are individuals or institutions, foundations or multi-generational families, we offer a connected ecosystem of advice, solutions and investment opportunities from across our global network.

We are passionate about finding better ways to serve our clients. We foster a firmwide culture of collaboration and an entrepreneurial approach. We believe these differences make us better suited for a fast-changing world.

As a growing global firm with offices in 20 major financial centers, we are looking for talented individuals to expand our team. If you share our passion for ideas and commitment to excellence, we want you to join us.

To learn more visit alti-global.com.

Job Description

The Senior Client Accountant will work to provide high level service and support to both our clients and wealth management teams. As a valued member of the Firm’s Family Office Services Team, you will partner with FOS Controller in day-to-day team management.

You will assist in the administration of software used by the team. In addition to these responsibilities, you will also have assigned clients for which you will process the general client cash and accounting activity as well as support the Client Service Team with account related administration. This includes preparing periodic financial reporting, coordination of bill payment, accounting for client trusts and entities, reconciling investment accounts, and maintaining client records.

The ideal candidate will enjoy setting aggressive goals, mentoring staffs, thriving in a fast-moving environment and be accountable for delivering results.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee client accounting activities, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions
• Review financial statements prepared by the Client Accountants
• Mentor and coach Client Accountants and Client Accounting Analysts
• Maintain client deliverable calendar and ensure deadlines are met
• Lead FOS Accounting new client onboarding process and coordinate with internal and external teams
• Review invoices entered by Client Accounting Analysts and Client Accountants
• Address complex accounting and technical issues, identifying best practices
• Assist in documentation of process and procedures
• Request and document required approvals in a timely and professional manner for invoices and other related financial items from client and client representatives
• Monitor client account cash balance and sufficiency for bill payments
• Post and verify details of transactions, such as funds received and disbursed, transfers of assets and updated values/ownerships
• Maintain personal accounts and financial records for clients
• Perform month-end reconciliations
• Actively meet processing and reporting deadlines
• Support the preparation of client tax reports including preparation of 1099s, W-2s, etc.
• Respond to information requests, prepare financial reports, and assist with special client projects
• Support Client payroll preparation and reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Minimum of eight years of professional accounting experience
• Knowledge and experience in GAAP and Tax/Cash basis accounting principles, investment accounts, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to self-review
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility with changing priorities
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Excel
• Experience with payroll processing and taxation is preferred

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing