Accountant

Accountant Overview

• The Accountant will support daily accounting operations for a large, multi-generational family office with diversified investments in private equity and real estate.
• Work within a fast-paced, high-volume environment requiring accuracy, discretion, and strong internal controls.
• Engage with complex structures involving 300+ entities, ensuring precise bookkeeping and reporting.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Contribute to maintaining organized accounting files and supporting tax preparation processes.
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment with exposure to private equity and real estate operations.
• Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Enhance your skills by utilizing advanced accounting systems and tools.

Accountant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform daily bookkeeping activities for individuals, trusts, and legal entities, ensuring accurate transaction entries and reconciliations.
• Initiate and process domestic and international wire transfers with precision and compliance.
• Track real estate expenditures and capital improvements, maintaining detailed records.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and investment activities across multiple entities.
• Generate detailed reports for tax preparation and support payroll processing as needed.
• Manage payments related to real estate operations, private investments, and household expenses.
• Maintain organized accounting files in compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Assist with ad hoc accounting tasks and contribute to team efficiency and accuracy.

Accountant Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience with strong general ledger fundamentals.
• Proficiency in processing wires and payments, including verifying wire instructions.
• Experience with household payroll processes and exposure to private equity or real estate environments preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems like Archway, QuickBooks, or Quicken.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven hybrid environment.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.