Analyst, Accounting

Our CompanyOaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with more than $220 billion in assets under management. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented, and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, equity, and real estate. The firm has more than 1,400 employees and offices in more than 25 cities worldwide.We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.For additional information, please visit Oaktree’s website at Corporate Accounting Department at Oaktree is seeking an Accounting Analyst responsible for supporting the month-end close process, preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and analyzing financial results.Responsibilities include:Responsible for the daily accounting operations: compensation and benefits including payroll, equity and incentive compensation, cash reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business tax, and other core general administrative expenses.Develop relationships and work closely with business partners including Payroll, HR, and Compensation Operation to ensure smooth execution of payroll accountings entries related to payroll, equity compensation and benefitsParticipate in the month-end and quarter-end close process, including posting of accruals, account reconciliations, fluctuation analysis, and preparation of management reports.Review financial calculations and account analysis; create robust supporting schedules for assigned accounts on a monthly and quarterly basis.Identify and implement process improvement opportunities in journal entry posting, reconciliations and other operational processes of Workday.Coordinate with internal and external auditors in annual audits and complete requests related to the role of subject matter expertise.Perform certain key internal control processes.Qualifications3+ years of experience in accounting, operational accounting experience preferred.Strong knowledge of US GAAP accounting, operations, account analysis, and management reporting.Excellent understanding of business operations and linkage to accounting in order to initiate and lead process improvements and documentation of standard operating procedures.Solid analytical skills and ability to understand and resolve complex problems.Specific experience with Workday systems a plus.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Personal AttributesThe successful candidate must have great organizational skills and be able to handle complicated work efficiently and effectively.Self-starter with the ability to take initiative, ask questions, detect problems and provide solutions.Ability to multi-task and efficiently manage time across competing activities/resources and manage projects/processes under tight deadlines.Attention to detail and ability to analyze data and problem solving.Must be a team player with strong work ethic; and,The successful candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.EducationA Charted Accountant in Accounting, Finance or related field (and/or equivalent experience)Equal Opportunity Employment PolicyOaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors.Equal Opportunity Employment PolicyOaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.For positions based in Los AngelesFor those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oaktree Capital Management, L.P.