Accountant

Staff Accountant


Location: Cos Cob, CT (On-Site, 5 Days per Week)
Compensation: Up to $95K Base Bonus (DOE)


We are partnering with a growing alternative asset management organization to identify a Staff Accountant for a newly created position driven by company growth. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to join a sophisticated financial services environment and gain exposure to both corporate and fund accounting while working directly with senior finance leadership.


This role will work closely with the Controller and Fund Controller, supporting critical accounting functions, financial reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis while helping the organization continue to scale.


Key Responsibilities


* Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation
* Prepare journal entries and support month-end close activities
* Download, analyze, and transform large data sets into accounting entries
* Utilize Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and Jet Reports for financial reporting
* Assist with accounts payable and accounting operations as needed
* Support fund accounting activities and multi-entity accounting processes
* Maintain documentation and controls in accordance with SOX-related requirements
* Partner with operations and other internal teams on accounting initiatives
* Leverage technology and automation tools to improve accounting workflows


Top Priorities for This Role


1. Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience
2. Jet Reports experience
3. Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large data sets


Ideal Background


* 3-5 years of accounting experience
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
* Strong Excel and data manipulation skills
* Understanding of SOX controls and documentation requirements
* Experience in financial services, asset management, private credit, or similar environments is a plus
* CPA or CPA-track candidates are welcomed


What Makes Someone Successful Here?


* Detail-oriented and highly analytical
* Comfortable working with high-volume data environments
* Curious and proactive problem solver
* Technology-forward mindset with interest in automation and AI tools
* Strong organizational and communication skills
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment


Why Consider This Opportunity?


* Newly created position due to company growth
* Direct exposure to senior finance leadership
* Opportunity to gain both corporate and fund accounting experience
* Highly visible role with strong growth potential
* Exposure to modern technology and automation initiatives
* Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture


Benefits & Additional Information


* Bonus opportunity of approximately 10-15%
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Opportunity to work alongside experienced finance leaders
* Career advancement potential within a growing organization
* Stable, long-term growth environment


If you're an accounting professional looking to build your career within a sophisticated financial services organization while gaining exposure to complex accounting and reporting responsibilities, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this role further.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.


Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Pay Transparency Notice


Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.