Summary
Growing Private Equity firm that focuses on investments in middle market companies is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Finance team. Its a phenomenal opportunity to join a small accounting/finance team and learn it’s Finance operations. The team is comprised of young, dynamic and outgoing professionals!
Company Information:
This is an established New York-based private equity investment firm that focuses on investments in middle market companies in the business services & consumer, healthcare
Job Description:
- The Management Company Accounting Team, an integral part of the broader Finance Team, is responsible for the accounting, reporting and operational activities of the firm’s four management companies.
- As a member of the Management Company Accounting Team, your main responsibilities will include:
- Manage the Accounts Payable process
- Assist in the implementation of StavPay, a vendor management and accounts payable system, including its integration intoGeneral Ledger System
- Expense analysis, comparison to budget
- Manage vendor relationships and overall vendor management
- Quarterly billings to portfolio companies and Funds
- Assist with various allocations of third-party service providers
- Spearhead the Annual 1099 process, quarterly tax payments and reconciliations, and the quarterly Commercial Rent Tax
- Manage wire template process to ensure all vendor banking details are accurately reflected in firm’s banking platforms and AP system
Requirements / Qualifications:
- 4+ years of relevant experience in public and private accounting with a focus on private equity
- Prior experience with Private Equity Funds or Management Company fund administrator
- Proactive and positive mindset; ability to contribute and improve efficiency in all areas
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy; analytical mindset
- Desire to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Superior organizational skills, ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Team oriented and collaborative within Finance and across all internal groups within Harvest Partners
- Motivated self-starter with a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced growing firm
- Sound judgment in handling highly confidential situations with professionalism and tact
- Strong Microsoft Excel and computer skills
