Director Of Accounting

Overview

• Lead accounting operations for a dynamic financial services firm, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting.
• Collaborate with senior management to enhance financial processes and operational efficiency.
• Manage external service providers and auditors for seamless accounting operations.
• Prepare and oversee quarterly and annual financial statements and compliance reports.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making with detailed financial and operational analyses.
• Ensure adherence to SEC regulations and investment company accounting standards.
• Work in a hybrid environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Engage with portfolio management teams to support investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee daily accounting, compliance, governance, and internal controls.
• Manage quarterly and annual financial close processes and public filings.
• Supervise external service providers and ensure operational excellence.
• Coordinate audits and SOX compliance processes with external auditors.
• Prepare and review compliance reports and financial analyses for management.
• Develop effective relationships with fund accounting service providers.
• Support decision-making through portfolio and operational analyses.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 820 and investment company accounting standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA certification required.
• 5–8 years of experience in SEC investment company accounting and fund operations.
• Strong background in SEC financial reporting and fund accounting.
• Experience with ASC 820 and investment company accounting standards.
• Proficiency in managing external service providers and business processes.
• Preferred experience in Big Four accounting and auditing at manager level.
• Knowledge of Geneva portfolio management system and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.