Financial Accountant

Job Description

Financial Accountant | GP Fund Solutions

The Tone:
This is a full-time Financial Accountant role at GP Fund Solutions (GPFS), offering a hybrid work schedule after an initial probation period. GPFS is a people-first fund administrator dedicated to serving clients across the US, UK, and EU, fostering an inclusive, team-oriented culture where every voice matters. This position offers real career growth opportunities, supported by strong training and a CPA Reimbursement Program, as GPFS aims to raise the bar in the industry. The role is ideal for individuals ready to develop their financial accounting career within a collaborative environment that invests in its employees’ futures.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid
• Mission: To meticulously manage and support the financial accounting operations for GP Fund Solutions, encompassing treasury functions, financial reporting, and investor services, while upholding internal control procedures for clients across the US, UK, and EU.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Treasury & Core Accounting: Manage comprehensive treasury functions, encompassing accurate reconciliations, detailed cash reporting, and timely disbursements, while also posting essential journal entries and supporting quarterly reporting cycles for financial integrity.
• GAAP Financial Statements: Provide direct assistance in the meticulous preparation of GAAP financial statements, ensuring adherence to generally accepted accounting principles and supporting transparent financial reporting.
• Investor Relations & Capital Management: Efficiently handle all aspects related to capital calls and distributions, and promptly address investor inquiries with precision and professionalism, fostering seamless fund operations and client satisfaction.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Oversee the ongoing maintenance and periodic review of SOC-1 internal control procedures, ensuring robust operational effectiveness and continuous adherence to regulatory standards.
• Client & Operational Excellence: Collaborate proactively with both clients and internal teammates to consistently deliver excellence in service, including the weekly maintenance of an internal client deliverable schedule, ensuring all commitments are met.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, signifying foundational knowledge in financial principles. This is an entry-level position designed for individuals starting their professional accounting career.
• Experience: Possess 0+ years of dedicated accounting experience, indicating suitability for recent graduates or those with minimal professional exposure ready to grow within fund administration.
• Skills: Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including expert use of Excel for data analysis, Word for documentation, Outlook for communication, and Teams for collaborative efforts.