Senior Fund Accountant (accounting/FP&A)

Coda Search has partnered with a New York City–based asset management firm managing $100 billion in assets. This premier investment organization is looking to bring on a Senior Associate / Vice President to join the Office of the Chief Accounting Officer. This prominent, cross-functional position provides direct interaction with senior executives and the chance to contribute across financial reporting, technical accounting, SEC reporting, financial analysis, and strategic process enhancement efforts.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate financial results and core performance indicators to inform decisions by senior leadershipContribute to variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting effortsGenerate insights into the firm’s performance and the drivers of its profitabilityAssist with preparing and reviewing quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAPResearch, assess, and apply newly issued accounting standards and guidancePinpoint and execute enhancements to reporting and accounting processesCollaborate with Finance, Technology, and Operations on cross-departmental initiativesContribute to ad hoc strategic initiatives on behalf of the CAO and CFOPromote consistent best practices throughout the accounting and reporting functionsQualificationsMinimum of four years of relevant experience in public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and/or industry (asset management or financial services)Thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standardsCPA licensure (or progress toward licensure) preferredExpert-level proficiency in Microsoft ExcelExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilitiesCapacity to balance competing priorities in a fast-moving environment