Management Company Accountant

Gen 2 Careers•New York, NY

2d•$65,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Gen II is seeking an Accountant to join its Management Company services department. This role requires a detailed and organized individual with the ability to manage several accounting projects simultaneously in a timely manner. The role will be assigned to multiple private equity sponsors supporting the financial accounting and reporting requirements of their management companies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
1-3 years of experience, preferably in public accounting and/or in the financial services sector
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to design spreadsheets.
Possess solid Excel skills
Ensure accuracy of financial books and records
Analytic thinker and problem solver. Offer solutions and recommendations to management team
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Heightened attention to detail, highly organized and efficient
Strong written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated individual with excellent inter-personal skills
Solid understanding of accounting theory and willingness to learn

Nice To Haves

Experience with Sage Intacct a plus
Works well in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Perform cash transaction processing and accounting including bank reconciliations
Perform fixed asset and prepaid expense accounting
Perform payroll accounting including reconciliations to payroll provider records
Participate in the accounts payable process in including invoice and journal entry review in partnership with accounts payable team
Assist senior team members with the completion of the monthly accounting cycle including journal entry preparation for expense accruals, equity-related activities and other transactions
Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures and workpaper creation
Assist with the annual Form 1099 process
Assist with new client set-up
Complete “ad-hoc” and special projects as needed
Liaise with client’s third-party auditors and tax accountants