Job Description

Global investment firm is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Investment Accounting Associate to join the Finance team. This role will support the investment accounting and reporting functions under US GAAP and US Statutory accounting frameworks. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in financial reporting, reconciliations, and system-based accounting processes in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Hybrid-remote: 3 days/wk on site

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with Finance leadership to ensure timely, accurate, and well-controlled investment accounting close processes.
• Support investment accounting and financial reporting under US GAAP and US Statutory requirements.
• Prepare quarterly and annual reporting packages including:
• Consolidated US GAAP filings (10-Q & 10-K)
• Unconsolidated US Statutory reports (investment footnotes and schedules)
• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations of investment data to the general ledger across all applicable accounting bases.
• Review investment portfolio activity within ePAM accounting system, utilizing internal data tools such as ARCHIE.
• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly and quarterly close process.
• Collaborate with front office, upstream accounting, and operations teams to resolve investment-related data discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of external reporting and respond to investor and analyst inquiries.
• Support internal and external audit processes with timely and accurate documentation.
• Maintain and enhance process documentation related to investment accounting and internal controls.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and compliance.
• Contribute to financial analysis related to operating results, balance sheet reviews, and performance metrics.
• Provide status updates to investment accounting management regarding progress, issues, and team accomplishments.
• Stay informed on evolving market conditions, investment products, accounting standards, and regulatory changes.
• Perform other related projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting or financial analysis experience required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, formulas)
• Experience in preparing and presenting financial reports is strongly preferred
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of GAAP and Statutory accounting principles preferred
• Familiarity with alternative investments and applicable accounting guidance is a plus
• Experience with PAM for Investments (PFI), Blackline, or other investment accounting systems is strongly desired

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