Investment Accountant

New York, NY

ISC’s team of Financial Services Recruiters are partnering with a well-established Investment Firm on an Investment Accountant opportunity. The organization is highly regarded as a leader in Commercial Real Estate and Investment Management with a well-recognized name, as well as a growing and diverse portfolio.

The Investment Accountant will assist with the investment accounting and compliance firmwide, with an opportunity to give input to broader projects, improve & streamline processes and make an impact on the organization. They’re looking for a well-rounded up-and-coming portfolio accountant with partnership accounting experience in a GAAP environment who can work a hybrid schedule of 4 days a week in-office (in their Manhattan location) with Work From Home Fridays.

Investment Accountant Responsibilities Include:

·        The opportunity to aid in the improvement of systems/implementation and streamlining of processes, while overseeing the Investment Accounting software platform (Total Return) in an autonomous and collegial environment

·        Assist with GL maintenance utilizing accrual based/income tax-based methods of accounting for substantial investment partnerships/funds. Day-to-day functionality includes investment transaction/brokerage statement review, bank recon preparation, journal entry, document preparation

·        Complete income allocations and prepare investment management fees on both a monthly and annual basis

·        Month-end review and annual review of tax documents

·        Execute monthly reconciliation of marketable securities

·        Lead out on project management

·        Ensure successful operation of financial systems and monthly transaction uploads utilizing Total Return and Yardi

·        Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Investment Accountant Rewards- If you qualify for this opportunity, the Firm offers the below: 

·        The Accounting Team is Collaborative and dedicated

·        The Firm touts an excellent corporate culture including a friendly and exciting place to work with flexibility to work-from-home on Fridays

·        Opportunity to spearhead special projects and take ownership of firmwide investment accounting

·        High visibility and collaboration with internal leadership to make a key impact in the organization

Investment Accountant Requirements:

·        Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (required)

·        Advanced degree/professional license (preferred)

·        Experience in the Public Accounting sector (preferred)

·        1+ years related experience (required)

·        Aptitude to work autonomously as well as collaboratively with a team

·        Prior knowledge of investment banking (preferred)

·        Excellent written/communication/presentation skills

·        Prior experience with Total Return investment accounting software (a plus)

·        Experience with Yardi Voyager Real Estate Management software (a plus)

·        Experience with Microsoft Access (preferred)

·        Advanced knowledge/application of Excel (required)

·        Independent Project Management/Critical Thinking/Organizational skills

·        Proficiency in Productivity and Prioritization within a deadline-driven environment

How to Apply:

Please contact Jaami Clement, jaamic@iscjobs.com, 888-866-6625.

Referrals – Do you know someone who may be a fit?

We gladly pay $500 for referrals that result in hire and keep all referrals confidential unless you ask us to use your name. We’re looking for up-and-coming Portfolio/Investment/Fund/Hedge Fund Accountants and ideally candidates that are not looking – who’s name comes to mind? Let Jaami know at jaamic@iscjobs.com.