What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Associate II position at CAPTRUST?
Overview
WHO are we looking for?
CAPTRUST is seeking an Accounting Associate to join our finance team to assist with financial reporting, month-end close process, and technical accounting analysis. As part of the Finance Team, this individual will be responsible for preparing the year-end audited financial statements and footnotes and improving existing processes. Further, this individual will assist with maintaining accounting policies and preparing technical accounting memos and analyses, as needed. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented with a strong work ethic and possess a strong sense of priority, urgency, and a commitment to deadlines. He/She/They will maintain the highest professional and ethical standards, be well-organized, service-oriented, collaborative, and accountable while performing under tight deadlines. This role will report to the Director, Technical Accounting.
Responsibilities
- Prepare audited financial statements and footnote disclosures, including balance sheet, P&L, statement of members’ equity, and cash flow reports
- Partner with external auditors to coordinate annual financial statement audit
- Identify process improvements to stream-line audit process and work with the appropriate parties to implement
- Assist with ad hoc monthly/quarterly reporting
- Assist in researching technical accounting guidance for new accounting pronouncements and drafting technical accounting memos
- Support compliance with GAAP and internal policies
- Support ad hoc initiatives such as process improvement projects, stock compensation and fixed asset accounting
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- 1-2 years of experience in a finance/accounting role
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- CPA designation
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office specifically Excel
- Financial reporting background
- Organization skills with a strong sense of priority, urgency, and commitment to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Detail oriented with a commitment to accuracy and a desire to learn
- Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There's a reason for it; it's a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Employee ownership opportunities
- Brick Bonus success sharing program
- Comprehensive health coverage Personify Health wellness platform
- 401(k) program with a 5% employer match financial planning for colleagues
WHERE will you be working?
4208 Six Forks Rd #1700 | Raleigh, NC 27609
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
- Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
- Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
- A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
- Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
- An other-centered mindset
- Integrity through maintaining objectivity
EEO/Diversity Statement:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #associate
