Corporate Accountant

Guggenheim Investments•New York City, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This role will provide dedicated professional accounting services to Guggenheim Investments' ("GI") various businesses. Each Corporate Accountant manages the accounting function for an assigned number of Guggenheim businesses based on size, complexity and the accountant’s experience level, among other factors. The position includes many detail oriented activities including recording journal entries, account reconciliations, monthly close procedures, and financial statement analysis and reporting. In addition, the Corporate Accountant acts as the primary liaison between Corporate and each of their business unit leaders, providing a full array of accounting services and support which may include assistance with structuring of new transactions, new investments, large projects, fair valuing of investments, ad hoc reporting and general accounting assistance as requested by those businesses. The role is based in our New York City office.

Requirements

Accounting degree (CPA or partial completion preferred)
4+ years experience with financial services businesses
Experience with financial services businesses preferred
Excellent computer skills (specifically Excel; HFM experience a plus)
Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments a must
Commitment to getting job done and flexibility to adapt to the needs of a dynamic growth environment
Detail-oriented, commitment to consistent quality and accuracy of work
Works efficiently and effectively in both team and individual environments
Assertive and proactive attitude toward assignments and in managing business relationships
Ability to effectively communicate across organization
Proven ability to assume ownership of areas, lead projects and people

Nice To Haves

CPA or partial completion preferred
Experience with financial services businesses preferred
HFM experience a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare and reconcile general ledger transactions
Perform daily/weekly cash management and journal entries
Record journal entries during month end close process
Reconcile balance sheet accounts
Prepare quarterly and annual reporting/variance analysis reconciliations
Prepare internal memos to document significant transactions as needed, maintenance of all required governing documents for assigned businesses
Liaison with other groups across Guggenheim organization (treasury/accounts payable, tax, legal/compliance, financial reporting and analysis)
Assist with Corporate audits
Special requests/projects as they arise
Research accounting literature to assist in determining proper accounting treatment for financial transactions
Complete ad hoc projects alongside other accounting group members
Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by the business