Description

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Investment Fund Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.

1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees

2) They have higher bonus structures

3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.

4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)

5) And more…

Other Responsibilities

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the candidate in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may evolve or change over time.

• Responsible for the investment accounting and operational activities related to investment entities managed by the enterprise.

• Coordinate with other team members and outsourced providers in the delivery of accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting.

• Actively seek opportunities to provide structure and improve operations to support the office, including outsourced providers.

• Performs daily accounting and monitoring procedures for investment portfolio.

• Assist with the development and execution of accounting procedures and controls for investment funds.

• Responsible for reconciliation procedures.

• Maintain organized financial records and work papers.

• Help implement and execute internal controls.

• Generates individual, combined and consolidated investment accounting and performance reports.

• Contribute by providing financial reporting and analysis for management team and investment team decision making.

• Utilize the available account aggregation, reporting and risk metrics/analytics capabilities in customizing the services and data to the desires of key stakeholders.

• Assist with supervision and coaching of staff accountant.

• Assist the Head of Finance and Accounting by overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget.

• In addition to the above responsibilities, this role will also assist the Head of Finance and Accounting with daily office operational, finance and accounting activities tasks on a needed basis.

  Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting, with CPA or MBA a plus.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with Northern Trust Parilux and Sage Intacct not required, but preferred.

• Understanding of equities, bonds, funds of funds, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital investments.

• Knowledge of investment performance and related risks.

• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, asset managers and/or family offices is a plus.

• A strong accounting background with a particular focus on the specifics of investment accounting.

• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.

• Understanding of and familiarity with best practices related to accounting, processes and procedures, internal controls, and information integration.

• Solid technical accounting and financial reporting skills including the ability to aggregate, translate, and report on investment and financial information; and to develop meaningful and effective insights.

• Experience in capital call and cash flow management.

• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.

• Strong time and project management skills.

• Communicates effectively both verbally and written.

• Maintains a high level of professionalism, integrity, trust, and confidentiality.

• Stays organized and demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Comfortable with and navigates ambiguity well.

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities.

• Demonstrates ability to work independently and well within a group to effectively meet the goals of the team.

• Demonstrates strong initiative and customer service orientation.

• Exhibits a can-do attitude with willingness to roll-up one’s sleeves as needed.

To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

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