Staff/Senior Accountant

Who we are: Since 2013, Liquid Strategies (“Liquid”) has been applying an investment overlay to traditional bond and stock portfolios, creating practical solutions for managing clients’ cash flow and growth objectives. Overlay Shares (our suite of actively managed ETFs) eliminate past inhibitors of overlay adoption to make this strategy available to a broader investment community. In 2023 and 2024 Liquid opened a private fund and two new Interval funds that have been very successful. In 2020 Bison Wealth (“Bison” - an affiliated company) was created and quickly acquired two SEC registered investment advisors. Bison Wealth is rapidly growing in the wealth space through many acquisitions, while leveraging the use of Liquid products where appropriate. As affiliated/private companies, both are served by the same Finance Department. Providing everything from accounting, treasury, payroll, forecasting, human resources, and various other services as needed. It is an exciting time full of growth, challenges, and opportunities for both entities.

Liquid & Bison currently have two very exciting opportunities. Of course, salary and responsibility will depend on your experience and duties. However, both positions will address at least some of the core responsibilities outlined below. The Accountant will be primarily responsible for all aspects of day-to-day accounting for the entities.  They will play a role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and providing financial insights to support decision-making. Your Manager, Peer Accountants, Controller & CFO will be readily available as much or as little as needed, depending on the individual’s experience and comfort level. This is a high-visibility role and a super opportunity for someone wanting to learn very quickly and assume as much responsibility as they desire. You might not necessarily own all the processes below (“Core Responsibilities”), but you will be exposed to everything below and determine (with your manager) where you can make the most impact for the Company and Yourself.

Core Responsibilities (below is not a static list, core focus determined by candidates’ experience & talent):

·      General Ledger Management: Maintain integrity of entity books and records. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts (e.g., AR, accrued liabilities, and other balance sheet accounts as part of the closing process), prepare journal entries, adjustments, accruals, and month-end close.

·      Cash Maintenance: post bank and credit card transactions, reconciling bank accounts.

·      Revenue Cycle: recognize revenue and record cost of goods sold, work with the Billing/Operations team.

·      Financial Reporting: Assist in preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

·      Accounts Payable: Complete ownership of the Accounts Payable Function. This is an extremely important part of this role for the first year, as the many revenue streams and business units need to be able to rely on their individual P&L.

·      Portfolio/Fund Accounting: Record and reconcile trade activity for Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), ETFs, interval funds, private funds, and maintain administrator access and data feeds.

·      Intercompany Accounting: Ensure transactions are booked correctly between each entity and that entities are reimbursed accurately and timely.

·      Audit: Assist with external audits, including preparation of audit schedules, documentation, and coordination with auditors. Address audit findings and implement corrective actions as necessary.

·      Tax Compliance: Assist with the preparation of tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax.

·      Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency. Implement automation and technology solutions to improve accuracy and productivity.

·      Wear multiple hats, as this is a small company, which may include working with human resources, operations, compliance, etc.

·      Other duties as directed by the Controller.

Qualifications/Skills:

·      Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

·      Internships or experience as a staff accountant are preferred but not required.

·      Experience closing the books for small businesses is a plus (however, not required)

·      QuickBooks experience is a plus

·      MUST have strong Microsoft Excel skills.

·      Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP)

·      Knowledge of tax laws and regulations is a plus.

·      Adaptive Learner

·      Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills are a must.

·      Strong communication and people skills.

·      Ability to work independently with limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

·      Experience dealing with sensitive financial information.

·      Uphold ethical standards, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate integrity.

Salary Range:

• Staff Accountant $65-85k
• Senior Accountant $80-110k