Senior Fund Accountant

Arrow Search Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Chicago seeks a Mid-Senior level Accountant to review financial statements and prepare accounting documentation for new ventures. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, CPA certification, and 3-5 years of experience. Offering a competitive salary range of $115,000-$130,000.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Experience in preparing audit schedules and tax returns.
• Ability to research investments for accounting treatment.

Responsibilities

• Review books and records for fund accounting work.
• Prepare shadow books and records for review.
• Assist in the opening and structuring of new ventures and funds.

Skills

Knowledge of Wall Street Office

Knowledge of LoanIQ

Knowledge of Advent Geneva

CPA

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading private credit platform focused on providing financing solutions to middle-market businesses. The firm works closely with private equity sponsors to support buyouts, refinancing’s, and growth capital needs across a wide range of industries.

Responsibilities

• Review books and records, financial statements, capital account balances, capital call and distribution notices, and other venture or fund accounting work from fund administrators
• Prepare shadow books and records for subsequent review
• Assist in the opening and structuring of new ventures and funds working with other departments
• Reconcile various accounts and promptly research and correct any variances including the reconciliation of accounts with third party administrators
• Assist in preparing audit schedules, compliance reports, tax returns, financial statements, or other reports
• Research investments for the purpose of ensuring proper accounting treatment and compliance with SEC, tax, and prospectus restrictions and limitations
• Prepare, reconcile, and distribute reports to/from marketing, separate custodians, and investment management
• Coordinate and liaise between fund administrators and external auditors throughout annual audit procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years of related experience
• Knowledge of Wall Street Office, LoanIQ, or Advent Geneva preferred
• CPA preferred

Salary

$115,000-$130,000

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting