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CFGI · 4 hours ago

Asset Management - Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

6+ years exp

CFGI is a company that provides accounting advisory services, and they are seeking a Manager for their Asset Management Accounting Advisory team. The role involves leading project teams, interacting with clients and auditors, and solving complex accounting issues while mentoring consultants and participating in business development efforts.

AccountingConsultingFinancial Services

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Gain exposure to a wide range of projects that solve client technical and operational challenges

Make a true business impact with your clients

Own projects from start to finish

Experience client interaction and thrive in a client-facing role

Be consistently challenged and learn through a collegial environment created from top tier experts hired within the firm

Enjoy the flexibility of office/remote/client site work locations (engagement specific)

Create your own path

Enjoy what you do

Integration with client’s senior management to solve complex accounting issues and for preparation of proposed resolutions

Review of work prepared by consultants on operational workstreams in the asset management industry, primarily in the private equity, private credit, real estate funds, mutual funds and hedge fund asset classes

Review of consultants’ deliverables related to financial and regulatory reporting in accordance with SEC, regulatory and LP requirements

Research and documentation projects related to new ASC accounting standards

Process improvement projects and implementation of changes

Lead and mentor consultants, acting as a role model, and providing creative solutions that enhance the consultant’s overall experience

Participate in the firm’s recruiting efforts, client relationship building, and business development efforts

Qualification

CPAFund accounting experienceU.S. GAAP knowledgeFinancial reporting softwarePublic accounting experienceAnalytical skillsEntrepreneurial natureInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

An undergraduate degree in Accounting – CPA and/or MBA combined with solid accounting experience will be considered in lieu of a degree in Accounting

Six to nine years of experience in public accounting and/or industry accounting/finance

Industry experience preparing or managing fund accounting or financial reporting processes, especially with private equity partnerships, is desirable

Experience in fund accounting software or other technology transformation (i.e. front or middle office software, financial reporting software, etc.) to support process automation or conversion from a legacy product is highly desirable in this role

Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with an ability to assimilate easily into teams

Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting

Proactive in identifying client needs and effective in building a strong relationship with clients

Highly organized and focused and demonstrates ability to set overall engagement expectations and direction

Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities

Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical, and dependable

High energy with commitment to quality client service, focusing on ensuring positive resolutions to conflicts