Remote Investment Accountant | WFH Opportunity

Investment Accountant - Remote | WFH

Company Overview

With a legacy spanning over five decades, our distinguished organization operates as a single-family office located in Wayzata, MN. We specialize in delivering an extensive suite of wealth management services, encompassing legal assistance, tax strategies, insurance solutions, and investment management. Our commitment to being the most trusted partner for our clients drives us to seek exceptional individuals who excel in delivering unparalleled service with discretion and integrity. We value inclusivity and actively pursue top-tier talent by offering competitive rewards that resonate with our core values and mission. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Job Overview

The Investment Accountant will play a pivotal role in managing and reconciling brokerage and asset accounts, ensuring the prompt and accurate reporting of portfolio and client data. This position requires a strong accounting foundation, attention to detail, and effective organizational and communication skills, all while adhering to strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement accounting policies, procedures, and KPIs to ensure the accurate delivery of daily, monthly, and quarterly outputs.
• Reconcile investment records and activities on a daily, monthly, or quarterly basis.
• Investigate and align external custodial records with internal investment accounting systems.
• Process and post transactions from the investment accounting system to the general ledger.
• Calculate and record period-end market value adjustments.
• Ensure consistency of cost and market values across various systems.
• Generate and distribute financial statements.
• Conduct reviews of financial statements to guarantee precision and completeness.
• Actively monitor workflows to identify issues and facilitate timely approvals.
• Execute journal entries for financial reporting on a regular basis.
• Contribute to meetings, projects, and initiatives as required.
  
  

Required Skills

• Proficient in accounting principles and practices.
• Advanced Excel skills, including v-lookups and pivot tables.
• Familiarity with traditional and alternative investments.
• Strong organizational abilities with a capacity to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proactive team player with a strong sense of initiative.
  
  

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally within the investment or financial services sector.
• Experience with balance sheet and portfolio account reconciliations is essential.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and reconciliation tools is advantageous (e.g., Clearwater, Caissa, Addepar, Advent, JD Edwards).
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

We are committed to the professional development of our employees, offering pathways for career advancement and opportunities to enhance skill sets within an evolving industry.

Company Culture And Values

Our organization promotes an inclusive culture that prioritizes confidentiality and exemplary service. We are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent that aligns with our mission and values.

Compensation And Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, life, vision, retirement (401K), and disability plans, all designed to support the professional and personal well-being of our employees.

Employment Type: Full-Time