A single-family office in Chicago seeks an Accountant who will be primarily responsible for maintaining and compiling the financial information utilized as a basis for serving the financial, tax, fiduciary and administrative interests of the family and their related entities, including trusts, investment partnerships and private foundations.  The Accountant will also be expected to assist with accounts payable and other general accounting and reporting duties. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain general ledgers for numerous individuals, trusts, partnerships, and private foundations

• Prepare periodic financial and investment reporting packages

• Prepare cash flow projections

• Reconcile bank and brokerage account statements

• Download and validate daily investment portfolio activity

• Assist in accounts payable process

• Assist in tax compliance process including: reconciliation of 1099s, preparation of supporting schedules for tax preparers, preparation of 1099-MISC Forms, and maintaining tax basis schedules

• Maintain loan documentation and amortization schedules for external and intercompany loans

• Assist in the preparation of board meeting materials

• Support management and other internal team members on special projects and requests for specific information and analysis as needed

• Communicate effectively with all members of the team, including management, peers within accounting function, and staff members from other departments within the organization

• Promote compliance with internal controls

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Unquestionable integrity

• Demonstrated client service mentality and a sense of urgency

• Ownership and accountability for results

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Superior verbal and written communication skills

• Highly organized with an ability to multi-task

• Team player with ability to work independently

• Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities depending on office workflow

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Accounting

• Public accounting, family office or other relevant financial accounting experience required; compensation commensurate with experience

• Microsoft Office proficiency required

• Experience with Microsoft GP (Great Plains) preferred

• Experience with Advent Axys or other portfolio accounting system desired

• CPA certification preferred

DISCLAIMERS:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.