Financial Accountant, Financial Reporting, BDC Fund Accounting

Golub Capital•Chicago, IL

73d•$70,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The BDC Fund Accounting Department is responsible for the financial and investor reporting associated with Golub Capital's Business Development Companies ("BDCs") which includes Golub Capital BDC, Inc. (NASDAQ: GBDC), Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation, Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc. and Golub Capital Private Credit Fund. The team provides accounting and SEC reporting for the BDCs and their subsidiaries pursuant to the governing operating and investment management agreements and in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("U.S. GAAP"). BDC Fund Accounting also provides Golub Capital's management companies and leadership with reporting and analysis in support of existing business and new initiatives. Key responsibilities within the group include monthly closes and ongoing maintenance of each BDC's general ledger; preparation of monthly internal management reports; preparation of quarterly financial statements on Form 10-Q or 10-K; production of quarterly investor reporting; support of annual external audits; forecasting fund performance; setup and ongoing maintenance of investor capital accounts for Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation and Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc. and coordinating technical system implementations while focusing on process automation. The BDC Fund Accounting Department interacts extensively with Golub Capital's Operations, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Business Development, Compliance, Technology Solutions and Valuation Teams. The Financial Accountant is an important addition to the BDC Financial Reporting Team as it seeks to support a growing firm, build a world class, customer focused, finance team and drive operational excellence. The Financial Accountant will have primary responsibility for reviewing and preparing all SEC related reporting for the public and private BDCs but may transition from the BDC Financial Reporting team to the BDC Fund Accounting Team in the future, depending on the needs of the evolving department. This person will also assist in internal reporting, financial reporting automation, process improvement and other initiatives and projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (Accounting or Finance majors preferred)
1+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a similar business or industry
Strong accounting skills and instincts
Comfort working in a fluid environment under the direction of various managers depending on the task at hand
Strong analytical skills and ability to operationalize complex agreements and account for investments, incentive fee arrangements and partner allocations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Enthusiastic about working in office and creating a Gold Standard hybrid work culture
Ensures deliverables and processes are executed in accordance with internal procedures, policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP")
Leverages financial policies, accounting principles, technology, financial analytics and other metrics to produce accurate work products and generate insights
Demonstrates an understanding of investor interests, deliverables and communications
Documents processes and procedures and communicates in area of specialty to stakeholders. Adapts the level of detail and specificity based on the needs of the intended audience.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting and SEC reporting experience is strongly desired
CPA is a plus
Proficiency in Excel required, proficiency in PowerPoint, Wall Street Office, Workday or other general ledger packages is a strong plus
Leverages a detailed, agile and creative mindset to master processes and responsibilities, as well as drive value-added enhancements, continuous process improvement and proactive learning through new technology, processes and people.
Demonstrates an understanding of the Firm's position in the industry, including its products, complex structure and competitive advantage in the marketplace. Monitors industry trends and industry regulations and changes and recognizes their relevancy and implications.

Responsibilities

Preparing the quarterly and annual reports on Form 10-Q / K for review by Manager
Preparing quarterly earnings release and other investor communications
Preparing periodic 8Ks for debt facility amendments, new originations and earnings conference calls
Monitoring and ensuring timely identification and compliance with evolving accounting guidance, providing US GAAP interpretation and preparing technical memorandums that document issues in a clear, logical and comprehensive manner
Assisting with the coordination of the annual audit and quarterly review of activities by external auditors
Assisting the BDC Fund Accounting Team drive operational efficiencies and strong controllership throughout all processes
Assisting in various ad hoc projects and requests
Maintaining the general ledger and working to optimize automated entries as well as minimizing manual entries
Preparing the monthly and quarterly close package which is reviewed and distributed to senior management
Preparing quarterly and annual forecasts
Assisting with the preparation of periodic capital calls, distributions and IRR statements
Understanding the structure of the BDC including its subsidiaries and debt facilities
Facilitating quarterly and annual debt compliance activities
Completing SOX controls associated with month end close process and quarterly reporting
Developing an understanding of the private credit environment, trends and portfolio metrics

Benefits

full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave)

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