Family Office Accountant

Eenhoorn • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Eenhoorn is seeking a detail-oriented, dependable, and experienced Family Office Accountant for its family office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The position reports directly to the Family Office CFO and supports the day-to-day accounting, compliance, and reporting functions of a multi-entity family office. It assists with accounting and financial analysis for partnerships, trusts, corporations, foundations, and real estate-related entities. The role offers exposure to complex entity structures, investment accounting, and day-to-day accounting work. The Accountant works closely with the Family Office CFO and external accounting firms to perform core accounting functions, assist with regulatory filings, and support financial reporting across a diverse portfolio of entities. Integrity, confidentiality, and discretion are essential.

The position performs accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, intercompany billing and expense allocations, credit card reconciliation, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, close support, budget comparisons, bank reconciliations, and payment processing. It also supports entity documentation and compliance, foundation accounting, investment account reconciliation and reporting, cash management, promissory note tracking, audits, year-end reporting, special projects, and process improvements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Uncompromised commitment to confidentiality in all aspects of job responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of related experience is preferred.
• Experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable functions for family office, partnership, and related entities.
• Process vendor invoices, intercompany billings, and expense allocations.
• Manage credit card activity, including reconciliations and intercompany charge-backs.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Compare actual expenses to budgets and assist with variance analysis.
• Support onboarding of new software and standardization of the payable process.
• Perform bank reconciliations and process wires and ACH payments for family office entities in the United States and the Netherlands.
• Track registered agent fees and annual filing requirements, and maintain entity records and corporate, partnership, and trust documentation.
• Maintain a master list of entities, including organizational charts.
• Support accounting for family office foundations and charitable entities, including tracking pledges, donations, and grants.
• Assist with reconciliation of foundation bank and investment accounts and maintain donor and pledge records.
• Assist with investment analysis and reporting for multiple brokerage and investment accounts.
• Reconcile investment accounts and support performance and activity reporting.
• Coordinate with external advisors on investment-related accounting matters.
• Assist with special projects, audits, and year-end reporting as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and automation.
• Support promissory note tracking and related recordkeeping.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting records.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, disability, work-loss, and mental wellness plans.
• Professional development support, career advancement opportunities, and training resources.
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and commission package.
• 401(k) program with company matching contributions.
• Access to financial advisors and resources.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Support from experienced professionals and a corporate office that serves as a Support Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level