Corporate Accounting Assistant

Job Description

About Company
Artisan Partners is an investment management firm (implied from “investment management industry”) that operates with a Corporate Accounting team responsible for the creation of its firm’s financial statements. Artisan Partners Limited Partnership is also noted as an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on various characteristics, making employment decisions solely on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Description

This role is for a Corporate Accounting Assistant designed for a detail-oriented, Excel savvy, and finance-minded individual to support the firm’s Corporate Accounting team. The team is fundamental to the creation of Artisan Partners’ financial statements and their underlying components. This opportunity is particularly suitable for someone available for 15-20 hours per week during the school year.

Key Areas of Exposure & Learning:
The position offers valuable exposure to:
• Accounts payable processes.
• General ledger operations.
• Audit preparation for Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• An opportunity to learn the investment management industry.

Responsibilities:
The candidate will be expected to perform the following core duties:
• Manage invoices and vendor relations, ensuring smooth financial transactions with external parties.
• Develop partnerships with both internal departments and external stakeholders to facilitate accounting processes.
• Assist with general ledger month-end preparation and reporting, contributing to the financial closing procedures.
• Prepare documentation for mid-year and year-end Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) audits, ensuring compliance and readiness for financial examinations.
• Receive additional projects as proficiency is demonstrated, indicating opportunities for growth and increased responsibility.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess a strong foundational skillset, including:
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and contribute to problem-solving.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, critical for accuracy in financial tasks.
• Dedication to quality and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and external parties.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting, showcasing adaptability in work environments.
• A desire to learn about the complexities of the investment management industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with a specific emphasis on Excel proficiency due to its importance in financial data management.