COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Windrose Advisors is a boutique wealth management firm founded in 2009. The Firm advises on approximately $3.5 billion of client capital invested across all asset classes. Our investment philosophy is rooted in deep experience across several market cycles and includes relationships with some of the world’s most sophisticated institutions. Windrose Advisors is a dynamic, growing firm focused on creating the perfect wealth management engine for ultra-high net worth families, foundations and endowments. For more information, please visit our website at: www.windroseadvisor.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Fund Accountant position at Windrose Advisors supports both the Client Service and Operations teams. The role’s daily responsibilities center on managing client and investment cash movements, including custodial transfers, checks, etc. Experience performing daily and monthly cash and position reconciliations is strongly preferred. On a monthly and quarterly basis, the Fund Accountant will assist with the financial operations of the firm's investment vehicles. The primary focus includes preparing and reconciling quarterly investment activity for each vehicle. This role requires tracking activity in Excel and Addepar, as well as gathering financial data necessary for external accountants to prepare annual audited financial statements and related tax returns. The position also involves close interaction with external fund administration partners. Ideal candidates will have experience in fund accounting for both open- and closed-ended funds, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. As a growing firm, Windrose Advisors seeks professionals who are curious, independent, enthusiastic, self-driven, and strong problem solvers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Responsible for daily client and fund cash wire movements
· Oversee cash movements for the SPVs capital calls and Distributions/Contributions and Redemptions
· Manage Quarterly NAV’s and reporting for the Multi Investment Pooled Vehicles
· Reconciliation of Activity for all Single Investment Pooled Vehicles (SPV’s)
· Gather information needed by outside accountants to produce Audited Financial Statements.
· Gather information needed by outside accountants to produce year-end tax returns
· Manage Account Payable and Receivables for all Entities.
· Prepare monthly accounting back up needed for Funds maintained by outside Fund Administrator
· Complete ad hoc operation/investment projects as needed.
· Prepare information needed for quarterly/yearly SEC Filings
QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree, with a record of academic achievement; ideally with completion of one or more financial accounting course(s)
· Two + years of related reporting or fund administration experience working in a multi-family office, investment advisory firm or institutional investment environment
· Knowledge of Addepar and Quickbooks is a plus
· Basic knowledge of Private Fund Accounting
· Desire to work in a collegial environment, ability to self-motivate and manage multiple tasks and projects
· Be a curious and thoughtful learner that looks at creative ways to problem-solve
· Familiarity with financial reporting. various investment instruments, and portfolio management
· Ability to understand financial data and asks questions, as appropriate.
· Excellent communication skills; must be able to communicate with internal and external parties in a professional, comprehensive, and gracious manner.
· Strong computer, time management and organizational skills are critical
· Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office with strong emphasis on Excel proficiency
· Strong quantitative, analytical and research skills
· Respect the highest level of privacy and confidentiality.
· Work independently and proactively in a professional, team-oriented environment.
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS
· Competitive salary
· Eligible for bonus
· Hybrid work environment
· Health Care
· Dental
· Disability
· Life Insurance
· Matching 401K program
