Accounting Associate - Fund Accounting

Whittier Trust is the oldest privately owned multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast, providing exceptional client service and highly customized investment solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families.

Our dedicated professionals work with clients and their families to deliver a broad array of services including investment management, fiduciary, philanthropic, and family office. Our founding family's century-long history of entrepreneurship continues to guide our activities for clients today. Entrusted with private family assets, our teams employ a consulting approach to tailor solutions for complex family situations.

Whittier Trust attracts professionals who have a desire to grow while building their skills in the service to our clients. Our organization is flat, nimble, and uniquely attuned to the needs and desires of both today's entrepreneurs as well as legacy family members who may be several generations removed from the wealth creators. Our corporate culture is one of client-focus, collaboration, performance and accountability, family orientation and long-term career satisfaction. Employee turnover is low because of a high level of engagement and career fulfillment.

The position offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, equity consideration, excellent medical, and retirement plans.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Accounting Associate is to support the Client Reporting team through the preparation of various types of financial statements, booking accounting entries and processing invoices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.

Book accounting entries in Quickbooks for client-owned operating company financial statements. Maintain notes payable schedules and reconcile intercompany balances.

2.

Reconcile financial statements in Excel.

3.

Process client-owned operating company invoices using Bill.com software.

4.

Book accounting entries for Whittier real estate partnerships in the Yardi accounting software.

5.

1099 preparation for operating companies. Requesting W-9s as needed.

6.

Prepare depreciation and fixed asset schedules. Prepare annual business property tax reports for client-owned operating companies.

7.

Prepare bank reconciliations for client-owned operating companies.

8.

Prepare ad hoc reports and assist Tax and Corporate Accounting departments as needed and as time permits.


DESIRED SKILLS

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including, Excel, Word and Outlook
• Min of 1 year of experience desired
• Professional presence and appearance
• Able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA degree or equivalent, relevant Accounting coursework

COMPENSATION

Base salary range: $60,000 - $80,000

Salary may vary depending on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills and experience. Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off and a Wellness Program. Annual bonus, incentive pay and/or equity may also apply depending upon the role.

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