Management Company Senior Accounting Specialist

We are a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically: Buy‐out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund‐of‐ Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently.

The Management Company division of Standish Management is looking for a Sr. Accounting Specialist to add to our team! In this role you will do accounting for the management companies of various venture capital and private equity funds across North America.

Responsibilities

Perform duties for accounts payable and receivable

Book journal entries, bank reconciliations and maintain general ledger

Reconcile credit cards and expense reports

Assist with monthly or quarterly reporting requirements

Prepare 1099s and provide support for federal, state and local tax compliance

Maintain various web-based accounting platforms

Work on ad hoc requests from the client

Qualifications and Experience

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

3-4 years of accounting and general ledger experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Familiarity with QuickBooks or other accounting software

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Ability to work in a team and individually

Ability to effectively communicate to team members

Strong organizational skills and work ethic