Senior Accountant

The Company:
The Company is a single family office serving a variety of entities (partnerships, trusts, foundation and corporations) by providing financial, accounting, tax, investment oversight, insurance oversight and administrative services.

 

The Position:  Senior Accountant

The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer. Responsibilities include investment reporting, financial reporting, financial analysis and budgeting.  This position provides exposure to investments, estate planning, personal financial planning, accounting and more.  

Accounting and Reporting

  • Record and reconcile investment activity
  • Prepare bank reconciliations
  • Prepare general ledger journal entries as required
  • Maintain accounts receivable and payable
  • Prepare checks and set up wire transfers
  • Monitor capital calls and distributions
  • Complete subscription paperwork for private investments
  • Generate financial statements
  • Create financial and cash flow projections
  • Maintain financial records and files

Tax

  • Compile and reconcile taxable income for outsourced tax preparers
  • Review outsourced tax returns
  • Prepare quarterly tax projections

Analysis and Special Projects

  • Investment performance
  • Research

 

Experience required:
The Company will consider candidates with at least 2 years of public accounting or private industry accounting experience.  An above average understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat required.  Experience with QuickBooks greatly preferred.  This position requires attention to detail, accuracy and problem solving skills.  Discretion is required and strong organizational skills are necessary.

 

Benefits include:
This privately owned company offers stability, quality of life and excellent benefits. In addition to a competitive base salary, the firm offers a generous 401(k) match, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, medical insurance, long term disability and life insurance benefits for the employee.  

 

Background check and references required.

Job Type
Accountant
How to apply

Please send email with resume to careers@masonave.com

Location

Chicago, IL