The Associate, Fund Accounting will be responsible for the following:
Prepare bank reconciliations
Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation
Assist with weekly cash activity reporting
Prepare and track Fund capital calls and distributions
Assist with preparation of quarterly financial statements
Interact and coordinate with auditors as needed
Respond to ad-hoc limited partner requests
Prepare wire transfers
Ad-hoc reporting and special projects as necessary
Miscellaneous responsibilities as deemed appropriate and needed within the finance team
Requirements
The successful candidate will have an exceptional track record and reputation. Given the significant responsibilities of this position, the top candidate will be a mature, experienced individual. In addition, the successful candidate should have:
Minimum of 1 year of experience required, preferably within a Big 4 public accounting environment
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
CPA or working towards CPA strongly preferred
Proficient Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with Workday and Investran a plus, but not required
Meticulous attention to detail and high level of conscientiousness to work product
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Health insuranceFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Firm Overview
Providence Equity Partners L.L.C. is a leading middle-market private equity firm with deep sector expertise in media, communications and education focused on North America and Europe. Providence looks to invest in businesses that are benefiting from the long-term growth trends around experiences, learning, and connectivity by partnering with exceptional management teams to build enduring, scaled companies. Founded in 1989 in Providence, Rhode Island, the firm has invested over $40 billion across more than 180 portfolio companies with a transatlantic investment team based primarily in London, New York and Boston. Through disciplined portfolio construction, prudent risk management and a collaborative culture, the firm seeks to deliver strong results across market cycles. To learn more, please visit www.provequity.com .
Position Overview
This person will join a five-person team and report to the Director & Controller, Fund Accounting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and is flexible to take on whatever task is needed.
Provequity · Providence, RI