Senior Consultant, Family Office Outsourcing

Armanino LLP•Chicago, IL

About The Position

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest Accounting and Consulting Firms in the Nation and one of the Best Places to Work. We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. We want you to integrate all aspects of your life with your career. At Armanino, we know you don’t check-out of life when you check-in at work. That’s why we’ve created a unique work environment where your passions, work, and family & friends can overlap. We want to help you achieve growth by giving you access to a network of smart and supportive people, willing to listen to your ideas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in accounting operations and financial reporting, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and period-end close.
Experience managing accounting for 10–50+ entities in a multi-entity environment.
Exposure to investment accounting, fund accounting, alternative investments, or equity/member capital account management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present financial information clearly to clients and advisors.
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver accurate results under tight deadlines.
Proficiency with accounting and investment software (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, Addepar, BlackDiamond, or similar platforms).

Nice To Haves

CPA designation or progress toward certification.
Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff and guiding client engagements.
Familiarity with wealth management, fund administration, private equity, or real estate investment accounting.
Direct experience in a family office or private client services environment, including multi-entity accounting, complex equity structures, and investment reporting.
Strong knowledge of trust accounting and alternative investments.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day accounting operations for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and period-end close.
Manage accounting across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions and consolidated reporting.
Manage investment, fund, and trust accounting, including alternative investments, capital accounts, distributions, and complex ownership structures.
Communicate routinely with senior executives, advisors, and client decision-makers regarding financial close, issues, and deliverables.
Train, supervise, and mentor staff accountants on day-to-day functions and family office-specific processes.
Assist with onboarding new clients, including process setup, allocation of resources, and staff training.
Participate in and lead accounting software implementations or integrations.
Assist in corporate and business owner tax matters as applicable.