A boutique investment firm, based in LA, is looking for an experienced Accountant with both Fund (Real Estate / Private Equity) and Corporate accounting experience. They will take full ownership of accounting, finance, tax and real estate responsibilities with the support of outsourced Audit and Tax firms.
The individual will need to be self-motivated and have the ability to operate independently as an individual contributor.
This is a HYBRID role in LA.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Accounting and Finance function; manage month-end close, prepare financial reporting packages, provide internal/external reporting
- With the use of external tax CPAs, prepare filing for multiple business and entity returns
- Overseeing daily real estate operations, coordinating leasing tasks with brokers, and managing external projects
- Maintain accurate books and records, reconcile general ledger accounts, prepare cash activity schedules
- Implement improvements to financial procedures and workflows with the use of AI
- Oversight of fund performance and review of fund financials
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- CPA preferred but not required
- Prior experience as within private equity, real estate, or a similar asset manager
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting principles
- Self-started and motivated to work autonomously
- Strong communication skills and
