Senior Corporate Accountant

Our client is a multi-strategy private equity firm headquartered in the western suburbs of Philadelphia with approximately $4.0 billion of assets under management. With over 30 years of experience in private equity investments and asset management, our client has developed a professionally run organization with over 80 investment professionals and support personnel.

The Corporate Senior Accountant will report directly to the Management Company Controller and work closely with the other Finance and Accounting team members and the investment professionals.

• Applies expert-level knowledge of trial balances and financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Prepares journal entries and enters transactions in accounting system
• Performs general ledger account reconciliations and analyses
• Prepares quarterly financial statements and work papers
• Reviews financial results and provides variance analysis and explanation
• Maintains internal reports and schedules
• Prepares wire transfers and EFT
• Works with external auditors and tax accountants
• Leverages advanced Excel skills to drive reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency
• Proactively identifies issues and recommends solutions
• Rebills expenses to funds, portfolio companies, and intercompany entities
• Oversees accounts payable for assigned entities
• Maintains loan schedules for credit facilities to affiliate
• Tracks management fees and other fee-based revenue in collaboration with fund accounting team
• Ensures compliance with GAAP and firm accounting policies

• ge Strong Excel skills with proficiency across the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to effectively navigate accounting software and programs
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in a professional manner when dealing with employees, vendors, investors, and other company contacts
• Advanced proficiency in accounting principles and best practices

• 4-5 years of experience
• Industry experience in asset management, investment advisory, or related financial services preferred
• Must be eligible to work in the United States