Staff Accountant - Financial Reporting

Ultimus Fund Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimus Fund Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant – Financial Reporting in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves preparing annual audited financial statements for hedge funds and private equity funds and responding to client and auditor requests.

Regular interaction with team members and management is expected. Responsibilities include compiling financial statements, portfolio schedules, footnotes, and financial highlights, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in accounting, finance or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to multitask, manage time, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, statement of changes, cash flows, and footnotes disclosures.
• Respond to client inquiries and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial statements.
• Complete special projects as required.

Skills

Accounting principles

Client service

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team coordination

MS Office

Financial systems

Multitasking

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

The Staff Accountant – Financial Reporting is responsible for preparing all aspects of the annual audited financial statements for certain hedge funds and private equity funds including the corresponding checklists and responding to client and external auditor requests. This position will require regular interaction with team members and management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Preparing 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;
• Completion of special projects as required;

PROBLEM RESOLUTION AND ADMINISTRATION

• Ability to multi-task between different tasks and internal demands throughout the day;
• Continually updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; internal company and team trainings; maintains personal networks; participates in professional development opportunities and;
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

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;
• Sound 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 and assistance as needed;
• Ability to understand and carry out accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; knowledge of financial reporting;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management skills;
• Strong analytical skills with focus on accuracy and attention to detail;
• Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 – 2 years’ (relevant) experience in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred;
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
• 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 multiple priorities and deadlines.