Staff Accountant

SpectrumCareers; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for growth

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A private equity firm in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, assisting with month-end closes, performing account reconciliations, and maintaining compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 1–3 years of experience, and proficiency in Excel. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or financial services.
• Exposure to private equity, investment management, or fund accounting is preferred.
• Experience with accounting systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries for management company and fund entities.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Perform account reconciliations including cash, prepaid expenses, and accruals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)

Proficiency in Excel

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a growing private equity firm. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly close, and assisting with fund and management company accounting. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries for management company and fund entities
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Perform account reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany accounts
• Support fund accounting activities, including capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations
• Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis
• Coordinate with third-party administrators, auditors, and tax advisors
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for audits and tax filings
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Assist with ad hoc accounting projects and process improvements as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience (public accounting or financial services experience a plus)
• Exposure to private equity, investment management, or fund accounting preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas)
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Preferred Skills

• CPA or CPA-track preferred
• Experience working with multiple entities and complex ownership structures
• Comfortable handling confidential financial information
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Why Join Us

• Exposure to private equity and investment operations
• Collaborative, lean team environment
• Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting