Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Preparing financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, statement of changes, cash flows, schedule of investments, and footnote disclosures including financial highlights;
• Understanding of hedge funds and private equity funds under administration (legal structure, investment objective, fee structure, etc.);
• Timely response to client inquiries, as required;
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial statements;
• Completion of special projects as required;

PROBLEM RESOLUTION AND ADMINISTRATION

• Ability to multi-task between different tasks and internal demands throughout the day;
• Continually updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; internal company and team trainings; maintains personal networks; participates in professional development opportunities and;
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information;
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients’ business and maintain strong client relationships;
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties;
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed;
• Sound computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems;
• Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information and assistance as needed;
• Ability to understand and carry out accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; knowledge of financial reporting;
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which includes excellent time management skills;
• Strong analytical skills with focus on accuracy and attention to detail;
• Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 – 2 years’ (relevant) experience in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred;
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning and problem-solving skills required;
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

Ultimus Leverpoint is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of the applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship or any other status entitled to protection under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. No questions on our employment application are intended to secure information that is to be used for impermissible purposes.