Alternative Investments Accountant at Kforce Inc in Hackensack, New Jersey

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Hackensack, NJ that is seeking an Alternative Investments Accountant. This role has multiple levels, open to candidates with two or more years' experience. The successful candidate will be hired for the level of the position that aligns with their experience.

Summary:
Alternative Investments Associates and Accountants work as part of a team responsible for providing accounting, administration and investor servicing for hedge funds, private equity funds and closed-end registered products. Individuals calculate net asset value(s) and disseminate financial and performance information to the investment advisor and their investors. Acting as primary fund accountant on multiple relationships, this role ensures all fund accounting functions are in completed in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities:

• Records trade information, income/expense activity and applies valuation of securities in the portfolio accounting system


• Enters and reconciles all investor contributions and withdrawals in the partnership accounting system


• Allocates fund level profits to individual investors for preparation and distribution of investor statements


• Reviews and coordinates fund expense analysis and expense processing


• Prepares fund financial statements, audit and tax schedules

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a business-related field, or equivalent work experience


• Two to five years of related experience, preferably in portfolio/partnership accounting

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Thorough knowledge in accounting, reporting, and analysis


• Ability to identify and resolve/escalate complex problems with minimal guidance


• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously


• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills


• Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applications

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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