Management Company Senior Accounting Specialist

We are a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically: Buy-out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund-of- Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently.The Management Company division of Standish Management is looking for a Sr. Accounting Specialist to add to our team! In this role you will do accounting for the management companies of various venture capital and private equity funds across North America.Responsibilities:Perform duties for accounts payable and receivableBook journal entries, bank reconciliations and maintain general ledgerReconcile credit cards and expense reportsAssist with monthly or quarterly reporting requirementsPrepare 1099s and provide support for federal, state and local tax complianceMaintain various web-based accounting platformsWork on ad hoc requests from the clientQualifications and Experience:A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred3-4 years of accounting and general ledger experience preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly ExcelFamiliarity with QuickBooks or other accounting softwareAttention to detailAbility to multitaskAbility to work in a team and individuallyAbility to effectively communicate to team membersStrong organizational skills and work ethic Reporting to one of the managers, this position will assist in the day-to-day operations of the accounting department and prepare fund-level financial statements. Essential Functions:Prepare financial statements for several domestic and offshore fund families, which includes updating portfolio investment schedules, partner equity allocations and analyzing complex investment transactionsHelp with the internal semi-annual portfolio review process, analyzing and tracking partnership and portfolio company financial performanceMonitor compliance with complex partnership agreementsAssist with audits, tax return review, fundraising and annual meeting activitiesDetermine cash needs of partnerships and initiate capital callsElectronically distribute financials, K1s, capital call and distribution notices to Limited PartnersPerform special projects as requested by the General Partners and ControllersInteract with and respond to ad hoc limited partner requestsMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance related field1-2 years of experience in a full-time roleStrong academic performance (minimum 3.0 GPA)Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly ExcelFamiliarity with QuickBooks (not required, is a plus)Knowledge of various investment accounting conceptsAttention to detailAbility to multitaskAbility to work in a team and individually Benefits Include: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account optionsComprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans401K eligibility after 3 monthsFlexible Vacation PlanSick Time Accrual Plan8-10 standard holidays along with year-end office closureWe provide a flexible work environment for all employees. Employees can choose to be classified as "flex remote" or "flex office"