Senior Accountant I

Ultimus Fund Solutions • Boston, MA

5d

About The Position

Senior Accountant Essential Duties and Responsibilities Review of journal entries and maintenance of general ledger and/or preparation of entries where necessary; Review of quarterly and annual reporting packages prior to management approval; Review of quarterly and annual financial statements prior to management approval; Review of capital calls and distributions prior to management approval; Coordinate the delivery of capital call and distributions notices to clients and the investors; Review of correspondence with client investors to address inquiries as needed; Communicate with clients to establish deadlines for quarterly and annual deliverables in accordance with clients’ LPA requirements; Review all team wires/transfers prior to treasury approval and sign off; Prepare/review moderate to complex waterfall calculations and management fee calculations Assist in the development and training of new team members as required; Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client or as directed by management as assigned; Assist with new client onboarding; Knowledge And Skills Sound knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information; Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients’ business and maintain strong client relationships; Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties; Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed; Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems; Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training, and assistance as needed; Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting; Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities.

Requirements

• 2 – 5+ years’ (relevant) experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients’ business and maintain strong client relationships
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed
• Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems
• Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training, and assistance as needed
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting
• Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus
• Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning and problem-solving skills required
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in Accounting or related field strongly preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus

Responsibilities

• Review of journal entries and maintenance of general ledger and/or preparation of entries where necessary
• Review of quarterly and annual reporting packages prior to management approval
• Review of quarterly and annual financial statements prior to management approval
• Review of capital calls and distributions prior to management approval
• Coordinate the delivery of capital call and distributions notices to clients and the investors
• Review of correspondence with client investors to address inquiries as needed
• Communicate with clients to establish deadlines for quarterly and annual deliverables in accordance with clients’ LPA requirements
• Review all team wires/transfers prior to treasury approval and sign off
• Prepare/review moderate to complex waterfall calculations and management fee calculations
• Assist in the development and training of new team members as required
• Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client or as directed by management as assigned
• Assist with new client onboarding

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees