What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Fund Accounting/Public Accounting Analyst position at The Ashlar Group?
Sr Fund Accounting/Public Accounting Analyst
Duration: 6 Months Contract
Location: Jersey City, NJ - Hybrid, 3 days onsite
Job description:
The Senior Fund Accounting Analyst oversees the financial reporting of the client feeder funds in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Work with third party fund administrators, auditors.
- Review and sign off on capital calls/distributions, monthly/quarterly NAV packages, accrual/fee calculations, and annual financial statements, which are prepared by the fund administrators and audited by big 4 audit firms.
- Research and resolve fund accounting, financial, and other issues that may arise.
- Liaise with business partners including product management and client service groups and provide performance reports and answer questions as they arise.
- Analyze fund organization documents; understand revenue implications for Client's Investment
- Manage cash across portfolios; prepare cash forecasting and budgeting reports.
Qualifications:
- 4 years of fund accounting or public accounting with a focus on Alternative investments (Private Equity or Hedge Funds). Experience with a big 4 audit firm, auditing Private Equity and Hedge Fund vehicles is a plus.
- CPA or Chartered Accountant certification a plus
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Experience with Investran is a plus
Required Education:
- Bachelor's/University degree preferably in Accounting or equivalent field.
