Associate Accountant

Our client is an investment bank. They seek an Associate Accountant to join their Manhattan, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare information and supporting schedules for regulatory and statutory filings.
• Collaborate with senior finance leadership to update accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support system implementations, process improvements, and testing related to business and financial operations.
• Coordinate the preparation of audit schedules and documentation for annual external financial audits.
• Develop monthly management reporting packages and draft annual and interim financial statements, including required disclosures.
• Review accounts payable invoices and employee expense reports to ensure accurate coding, proper expense allocation, and compliance with company policies.
• Perform daily, monthly, and period-end reconciliations, prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and support the month-end close process.
• Monitor compliance with financial, regulatory, and internal control requirements while partnering with finance leadership on governance initiatives.
• Process vendor and affiliate payments through approved banking platforms and maintain accurate payment records.
• Recommend enhancements to financial reporting processes and participate in special projects and other finance initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience
• Financial services experience preferred
• Ability to obtain Series99 and Series 27 certifications (all the materials and payment for exams are provided)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and highly analytical
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Public, private or combo experience

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