What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant - Management Company Services position at Gen II?
Senior Accountant – Management Company Services
Who is Gen II?
Gen II is a leading fund administration provider focused entirely on serving private capital asset managers and investors with a best-in-class combination of people, process, and technology. Gen II has more than $1 trillion in private fund capital assets under administration.
With offices in the US and Europe, we’re looking for do-ers, problem-solvers, and entrepreneurs like you who want to make an impact in our industry, grow with us, and create a community where everyone thrives.
Careers mean more at Gen II – more opportunity, more innovation, and more ideas! You’ll have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you and work alongside some of the best people in their field. You’ll also receive training which will advance your skill set, both technically and personally allowing you to achieve your career aspirations with us. Be part of our community that recognizes achievements, promotes from within, and receive meaningful benefits which focus on your physical, mental and financial well-being.
Key Facts:
- Administering over $1T in assets
- Servicing nearly every significant investor in the asset class
- Institutional grade infrastructure and SSAE 18 (SOC-1, Type 2) certification, ensuring confidence in our processes and operating model
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What’s the role?
Gen II is seeking an Accountant to join its Management Company services department. This role requires a detailed and organized individual with the ability to manage several accounting projects simultaneously in a timely manner. The role will be assigned to multiple private equity sponsors supporting the financial accounting and reporting requirements of their management companies.
What you’ll be doing
- Perform cash transaction processing and accounting including bank reconciliations.
- Perform fixed asset and prepaid expense accounting.
- Perform payroll accounting including reconciliations to payroll provider records.
- Participate in the accounts payable process in including invoice and journal entry review in partnership with accounts payable team.
- Assist senior team members with the completion of the monthly accounting cycle including journal entry preparation for expense accruals, equity-related activities, and other transactions.
- Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures and workpaper creation.
- Assist with the annual Form 1099 process.
- Assist with new client set-up.
- Complete “ad-hoc” and special projects as needed.
- Liaise with client’s third-party auditors and tax accountants.
The ideal background for this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- 3 years Business Accounting experience, ideally within a Management Company function.
- Experience working at an outsourced accounting provider, private equity management company, private equity fund administrator, or similar client facing accounting role is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to design spreadsheets. Possess solid Excel skills.
- Ensure accuracy of financial books and records.
- Analytic thinker and problem solver. Offer solutions and recommendations to management team.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with Sage Intacct a plus.
- Heightened attention to detail, highly organized and efficient.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Self-motivated individual with excellent inter-personal skills.
- Solid understanding of accounting theory and willingness to learn.
- Works well in a collaborative environment.
Work Arrangement:
All applicants applying to Gen II Fund Services, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that all US employees are required to work a hybrid schedule, comprised of three (3) days a week in our New York office and two (2) days remotely.
The salary range for this position is $80k -100K in addition to a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package. Please note that the actual salary offered within that range will depend on the candidate’s experience level.