Structured Finance - Counsel Attorney (NY)

Senior Accountant

Location: Downtown Miami, FL
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid 1 day a week once up to speed

About the Opportunity

A well-established lower middle-market private equity firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting both management company accounting and fund-level operations.

The ideal candidate is a motivated accounting professional looking to build a long-term career within private equity while working alongside senior leadership in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a traditional accounting position. You'll become a key member of a lean finance team with broad exposure across the business.

• Work directly with the CFO and gain valuable mentorship and insight into firm-level financial decision-making.
• Take ownership of meaningful accounting responsibilities from day one.
• Gain exposure to management company accounting, private equity funds, investor reporting, tax, audit, and portfolio company financial reporting.
• Enjoy a clear path for career advancement, including long-term growth into a Controller position.
• Build specialized private equity experience that is highly valued throughout the investment industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process for the management company.
• Prepare journal entries and perform account reconciliations while investigating and resolving variances.
• Process accounts payable and maintain vendor relationships.
• Assist with fund accounting, including capital calls, distributions, capital account maintenance, and quarterly investor reporting.
• Support the preparation of management company and fund tax returns.
• Coordinate audit requests and assist with investor reporting requirements.
• Monitor quarterly financial performance of portfolio companies.
• Help improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies.
• Participate in special projects as the finance function continues to grow.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Three or more years of accounting experience, or at least two years in public accounting with audit, tax, or assurance experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience working with general ledger/accounting software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• Eagerness to learn and take on increasing responsibility.

Preferred

• Public accounting background.
• CPA designation or active progress toward CPA licensure.
• Experience with, or a strong interest in, private equity or fund accounting (training provided).

What Success Looks Like

• Financial statements and supporting schedules that are accurate, organized, and audit-ready.
• Investor reporting completed accurately and on time.
• Strong ownership of assigned responsibilities with proactive follow-up.
• Timely communication of issues and recommendations for improvement.
• A collaborative attitude and continuous desire to learn and grow.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• CPA licensure and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) support
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their experience in private equity while working closely with executive leadership in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.