Financial Associate I

Role and Responsibilities

• Analyze data and draft journal entries as needed to maintain GAAP-compliant books and records
• Generate financial reports as trained
• Perform recurring financial-related operational activities including activities such as bank wires, bank reconciliations, balance sheet account reconciliations, and sales tax filings
• Ensure entity compliance with legal documents (e.g., operating agreements) and debt agreements, including activities such as DSCR calculations, withdrawal certificates

Required Qualification & Education

• Training or experience working in an accounting and/or finance role
• Strong documentation, presentation, and communication skills
• University Degree (or equivalent) with 2-4 years of experience
• BS in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent) preferred

Required Skills & Competencies

• Beginning knowledge of US GAAP – especially in basic concepts specific to the proper accounting treatment for revenues and expenses
• Strong interpersonal skills – the role is highly interactive with internal and external parties
• The individual must be comfortable being treated as a professional – the individual must be reliable, highly communicative, and forward-thinking
• High fluency in English is required

Required Software Knowledge

• Expertise in MS Office MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project) and Adobe PDF toolsets

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with a public accounting firm

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Root cause analysis and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• CPA or CFA license