Senior Manager, Family Office Accounting

Job DetailExperience Level DirectorDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000022437Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Family Office;Private EquitySelling Points Lead impactful accounting operations for a prestigious family office. Collaborate on complex investment structures and drive process improvements. Mentor staff while enhancing technical accounting expertise.Job DescriptionSenior Manager, Family Office Accounting OverviewThe Senior Manager, Family Office Accounting will oversee accounting operations for a complex structure of 300+ entities in a dynamic family office environment.Lead accounting processes for private equity, real estate investments, and other high-value assets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.Collaborate with internal tax teams and external fund managers to resolve discrepancies and streamline financial data collection.Develop and maintain robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls tailored to a high-entity-count structure.Mentor and train accounting staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and consistency in accounting operations.Contribute to special projects, entity structuring initiatives, and ad hoc reporting requests to support organizational goals.Join a prestigious family office offering exposure to complex investment structures and professional growth opportunities.Senior Manager, Family Office Accounting Key Responsibilities & DutiesOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial records for partnerships, operating companies, and trusts.Review accounting workpapers prepared for tax return preparation, ensuring technical accuracy and completeness.Coordinate with fund managers and third-party administrators to obtain and validate financial data.Ensure proper accounting treatment for complex investments, including private equity funds and real estate holdings.Serve as a primary liaison to internal tax teams, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration.Train and mentor accounting staff, addressing technical questions and promoting professional development.Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and consistency in accounting operations.Assist with special projects, entity structuring initiatives, and ad hoc reporting requests as needed.Senior Manager, Family Office Accounting Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management or supervisory roles.Strong expertise in partnership accounting and complex investment structures.Experience in family office, private equity, real estate, hedge fund, or public accounting settings.Proven ability to review workpapers for tax preparation and coordinate with tax professionals.Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.Preferred experience with Big 4 or top-tier public accounting firms.Exposure to Archway software and family office environments is advantageous.