Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Robert Half is recruiting for a Senior Accounting Analyst to support a private equity environment. The role reviews investment and portfolio data, reconciles financial activity, interprets investment agreements, and prepares reporting to support informed decisions.
Responsibilities
- Review valuation data and supporting schedules to identify accuracy issues, inconsistencies, and items requiring follow-up
- Consolidate portfolio deal activity across multiple investments and maintain organized tracking records using Excel-based analysis
- Perform detailed reconciliations of financial data, balances, and transaction activity to ensure completeness and reliability
- Assess investment terms and related agreements to determine allocation parameters, restrictions, and permissible investment treatment
- Partner closely with accounting personnel to research entries, validate financial records, and resolve reporting discrepancies
- Prepare analytical summaries and reporting materials that highlight portfolio activity, valuation movement, and key financial findings
- Monitor large volumes of transactional and portfolio information with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Skills
- 5+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, or a closely related finance role
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required
- Strong experience with account reconciliation and analysis of financial data
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to organize, track, and evaluate complex datasets
- Knowledge of journal entries and the ability to work effectively with accounting teams on ledger-related matters
- Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to interpret financial agreements and investment terms accurately
- Background in private equity, private equity funds, or investment management is strongly preferred
- CPA designation is preferred
Benefits
- Free online training
- Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals: medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
- Hired contract/temporary professionals are eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan
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