Senior Accountant

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent

DEPARTMENT: Finance

DIVISION: Institutional Client Services

WORKPLACE STRUCTURE: Hybrid

ROLE OVERVIEW
PURPOSE OF JOB

SALI is seeking an experienced accounting and finance professional to support the financial operations of the SALI management company and related operating entities. This role is principally responsible for managing the monthly close process, revenue recognition, billing and collections, accounts payable, cash management, budgeting support, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with operational finance experience and will work closely with leadership across Accounting, Treasury, Operations, Compliance, and Business Development to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient financial operations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

MONTHLY CLOSE & FINANCIAL REPORTING

• Own the monthly close process for SALI management company entities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Perform variance analyses against budget and prior periods.
• Support year-end audit activities and external auditor requests.
• Assist in preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.

REVENUE & MANAGEMENT FEE ACCOUNTING

• Calculate and record management fee revenue.
• Track fee schedules and contractual billing arrangements.
• Review fee calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with fund accounting, treasury, and investor relations teams regarding revenue-related activities.
• Analyze revenue trends and profitability by client, fund, and service offering.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE & CASH COLLECTIONS

• Generate invoices and billing statements.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and aging reports.
• Coordinate collection efforts and follow up on overdue balances.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and client inquiries.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor records.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Manage the accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment.
• Review invoices for proper coding, approval, and support.
• Coordinate payment processing with Treasury.
• Maintain vendor files and supporting documentation.
• Monitor recurring vendor contracts and renewals.

CONTROLS, POLICIES & COMPLIANCE

• Maintain strong accounting controls and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and automation projects.
• Support tax filings, regulatory requirements, and financial audits.
• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five or more years of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.

PREFERRED

• CPA designation or progress toward CPA.
• Experience in financial services, asset management, fund administration, or alternative investments.
• Experience with management company accounting.
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A activities.
• Experience with automation, reporting tools, or ERP systems.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION & WELLBEING

JTC is committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive organisation where all individuals feel welcome and feel able to participate in the workplace fully. We value different perspectives, backgrounds and lived experiences. This includes supporting employee wellbeing so that people feel equipped to thrive.

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