Position Overview

Our client, a global private equity and investment firm, is seeking an Accountant to join their team in New York, NY. Reporting to the Controller, this person will support the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the management company. This is a strong opportunity for an accountant who wants to take ownership of core accounting functions while helping modernize processes through new technology and automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the accounts payable process and lead efforts to streamline it through new technology and automation, ensuring all disbursements comply with firm policies
• Review daily cash activity, record cash receipts and disbursements, and prepare monthly bank reconciliations
• Support the month, quarter, and year-end close processes
• Record journal entries and prepare accounting workpapers, including accruals, prepaids, and fixed asset schedules
• Prepare intercompany and affiliate invoices, manage cost allocations across related entities, and keep receivables current
• Support the calculation, billing, and recording of management fees, and track related receivables
• Manage employee reimbursements and the firm's corporate card program
• Maintain vendor relationships, update vendor records, and prepare 1099s annually
• Assist with audits, tax support, and other ad-hoc examinations
• Develop expertise in firm systems, including NetSuite and Concur, and support users in Concur
• Partner with external support teams and consultants on system enhancements
• Prepare monthly financial analysis and reporting
• Support the management company team on key projects, analysis, and ad hoc requests

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience
• Strong background in general ledger accounting and accounts payable (AP)
• NetSuite or similar ERP experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred:

• CPA
• Previous Big 4 or large public accounting experience