Private Equity Fund Accountant - Chicago, IL
The A&F Group, an Integrity Staffing Solutions company, is currently seeking a Private Equity Fund Accountant for a contract role in downtown Chicago. The A&F Group provides comprehensive professional level staffing services on a nationwide basis and has been bringing companies and professionals together for over 12 years. At The A&F Group, we find the best, highest paying professional level positions within the top companies in the area. Most of the positions we identify will never be found in a newspaper or online because of the exclusive relationships we have with our clients who trust The A&F Group's recruiting team to identify top talent to fill their critical hiring needs. Finding a top paying job at a great company is often like signing the contract of a lifetime; let us get to work for you today!
Our client is a leading global investment bank with one of the largest client bases in the world. They serve nearly 20,000 clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors in more than 100 countries. They offer a complete range of financial services to help clients achieve their goals and provide strategic advice, lend money, raise capital, help manage risk and extend liquidity.
Primary Responsibilities of this role are:
- Prepare daily journal entries based on all cash and investment activity in funds
- Prepare fund financial statements
- Prepare investor capital calls, distributions, partner capital statements, and bespoke reports
- Assist client teams with addressing investor inquiries, ad hoc requests, and special projects
- Collaborate with various internal groups (e.g. Tax, Technology) to support client relationships
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting (CPA a plus)
- Minimum three years of Accounting experience, private equity or financial services preferred
- Experience with closed-end private equity fund and investment structures a plus
- Experience with foreign investments a plus
- Experience with Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and Alternative Investment Vehicle (AIVs) structures and administration a plus
- Experience with tax accounting / requirements for partnership structures a plus
- Experience using partnership accounting application a plus (e.g. Investran)
Desired Qualities:
- Team-oriented
- Highly detailed
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to multi-task, work under tight deadlines, and quickly adjust to changing priorities
- Ability to work independently with strong follow through
- Ability to problem-solve and escalate issues/concerns to management when appropriate
- Comfortable interfacing with clients and working in a client service position
Additional Details:
- Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour
- Hours: Core hours are 8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Employment Type: contract
- Limited medical and dental coverage for contractors and their families available immediately
- Opportunities for professional growth.
Integrity Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
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