Director, Corporate Accounting

H.I.G. Capital•Coral Gables, FL

30d•Onsite

About The Position

H.I.G. Capital is a leading global private equity investment firm with $70 billion of assets under management with a focus on the mid cap segment of the market. The H.I.G. family of funds includes private equity, growth equity, real estate, direct lending, special situation credit, and growth-stage healthcare. We focus on providing capital to businesses with attractive growth potential and align ourselves with committed management teams and entrepreneurs to help grow businesses of significant value. Our team of over 500 investment professionals has substantial operating, consulting, technology, and financial management experience, enabling us to contribute meaningfully to our portfolio companies. H.I.G. is based in Miami, with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, and affiliate offices in Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, and Paris in Europe as well as Bogotá, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo in Latin America, Dubai in the Middle East, and Hong Kong in Asia. We are seeking an experienced Director of Corporate Accounting to join our dynamic finance team in either our Coral Gables or Boca Raton office. Please note that individuals based in Boca Raton will be required to travel to the Coral Gables office once per week. In this key leadership role, you will oversee core financial operations, ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations, and contribute to strategic initiatives within the management company structure. The Director of Corporate Accounting will manage day-to-day accounting functions, financial reporting, and compliance activities for the management company. You will collaborate closely with the Senior Controller, CAO, CFO, and other members of the finance team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records. The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting background, ideally within private equity, asset management, or professional services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA is required.
7-10 years of relevant experience, ideally with a combination of public accounting (Big 4 or mid-tier) and private equity/asset management industry experience.
Thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
Strong technical accounting skills and expertise with accounting research tools.
Experience with accounting and financial reporting software (e.g., Oracle, Workday Financials, Workiva and Excel).
Strong organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to build trust and confidence with business partners, coupled with a positive attitude, and strong leadership.
A true team player with the ability to navigate a dynamic, complex organizational landscape.
Promotes a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Effective leader and mentor, capable of managing and developing team.
A proactive self-starter with a strong track record of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Adaptable and proactive in a constantly evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in private equity, hedge funds, or alternative asset management is preferred.
Familiarity with management company, including allocations, fee income, and expense reimbursements.

Responsibilities

Manage the general ledger and monthly close process for the management company and affiliated entities.
Prepare financial statements, internal management reports, and variance analyses.
Lead and coordinate the annual audit process, collaborating closely with external auditors.
Oversee and reconcile intercompany transactions, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with internal accounting policies.
Manage bank reconciliations and assist with treasury functions, including cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal policies, and tax regulations.
Maintain documentation and internal controls to support a robust controls environment.
Coordinate with tax advisors on quarterly tax estimates and annual filings.
Participate in system implementations and process improvement initiatives.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support to senior leadership as needed.
Automate manual processes where possible to improve accuracy and timeliness.