Associate, Financial Control, Treasury & Regulatory Reporting
Cohen & Steers•New York, NY
•$80,000 - $85,000•Hybrid
About The Position
Responsible for supporting the corporate accounting and financial analysis function of a publicly traded asset management firm. Contribute to the month-end and quarter-end close process for domestic and foreign regulated entities. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. Support management in achieving departmental and firm-wide objectives. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
- 1–3 years of accounting experience in asset management, financial services, and/or public accounting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with individuals across varying levels of financial expertise
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting/reporting tools
- Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives
- Agrees to comply with the firm’s hybrid work policy (“work from home policy,” as aligned with the Company’s employee handbook), which currently requires reporting to the Company’s New York City office four (4) days per week, with one (1) remote workday permitted.
Nice To Haves
- CPA preferred
- Series 99 a plus, or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Workday Financials experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist in the monthly and quarter-end close for assigned legal entities within CNS’ consolidated financial statements
- Prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Prepare journal entries and related supporting documentation/workpapers
- Coordinate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and other departments during the close and reporting process
- Manage expense accrual processes for assigned entities.
- Maintain and operate assigned internal controls over financial reporting
- Support the design and implementation of ICFR enhancements
- Prepare documentation and provide requested support to the outsourced internal audit service provider
- Prepare schedules supporting firm cash, investment and hedging activities
- Assist with payment processing support and related documentation
- Coordinate with external auditors and respond to audit requests
- Organize, track, and manage multiple detailed assignments in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Demonstrate inclusive behaviors that support a culture valuing diverse perspectives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
