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Accounting Assistant

$80k - $90k

Vaco by Highspring

Accounting & Finance Assistant Full-time, on-site; potential for limited hybrid after tenure. $80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr About the Opportunity A long-established international investment firm with a strong record of employee longevity is seeking a highly experienced Accounting & Finance Assistant to support the firm's senior finance leadership. This position is ideal for a tenured professional who enjoys stability, structure, and working in a small, quiet office with a global organization behind it. The role involves hands-on bookkeeping, financial statement support, tax coordination, and working closely with senior leadership on investor-related activities. This is not a high-turnover or high-pressure environment; it is best suited for someone who values consistency and long-term alignment. Key Responsibilities Support senior finance leadership with day-to-day accounting operations Manage bookkeeping tasks, including journal entries, debits/credits, and trial balance activity in QuickBooks Assist with quarterly financial statement preparation (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) Prepare detailed spreadsheets and reporting packages for external tax and audit partners Review basic tax documents, including returns and K-1s, to ensure accuracy and completeness Maintain documentation, mail handling, engagement letters, and other administrative finance tasks Serve as an on-site presence to support office continuity and investor-related needs Ensure all work is completed with strong accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to established processes Qualifications 15-20+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (degree optional) Strong understanding of core financial statements (BS, IS, CF) Familiarity with tax forms, returns, and K-1 structures Advanced Excel proficiency QuickBooks experience required Highly detail-oriented with the ability to follow established procedures consistently Stable work history Comfortable working independently in a small office environment #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring

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