FOS Accounting Associate

Company: MaestroFS
Location: Stamford
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

We are seeking an exceptional individual to serve as an Accounting Associate within Maestro's Family Office Division. The Accounting Associate is a key member of each of our relationship teams and is responsible for the day-to-day management/administration of the financial affairs for multiple engagements. The role requires solid bookkeeping/accounting skills, along with strong communication skills needed to interact directly with family members and their advisors. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow into multiple roles within the Company

The position offers an excellent opportunity for a professional with a diversified background to assume the responsibility of bespoke Family Office service and directly assisting the Relationship Managers with all aspects of the overall engagement.

Responsibilities:

The Accounting Associate will work with the other members of the relationship teams to ensure the following tasks are completed:

• Processing of all family payables (bookkeeping / AP) in accordance with the engagement protocols
• Tracking and maintaining detailed information related to all family assets (cash, investments, business interests, real estate, physical assets, etc.).
• Preparation of standardized reporting package (monthly/quarterly)
• Daily monitoring of cash accounts
• Monitoring, reporting and reconciliation of all credit card activity for families, their businesses and employees
• Tracking and managing all tax-related information and distribution to third party tax accounting team
• Facilitation of all quarterly / annual tax payments and returns
• Preparation of account paperwork for new banking and investment accounts
• Coordination of capital calls for private equity investments
• Tracking of all portfolio distributions in internal reporting platform
• Transmission of critical data to third party advisors
• Administration of trusts, foundations and small closely held business entities (partnerships, LLCs, etc.)
• Tracking international travel in order to notify credit cards of travel status
• Processing payroll for operating entities and/or household staff
• Creation of 1099s for vendors
• Maintenance and upkeep of internal engagement vault and data management system Skills and Experience for Success:
  • Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and their advisors
  • Strong general ledger, accounts payable and cash management skills
  • Critical and strategic thinker who thrives in a quick pace, ever changing, complex environment
  • Experience with financial software such as Sage, QuickBooks/QuickBooks Online, REACH Reporting, Rockit, Archway, Crystal Reports, and Office 365
  • Exceptional communication, writing and listening skills
  • Team player with a high EQ willing to "roll up their sleeves to do what it takes"
  • Ability to understand multi-family services and the complexity of high net worth individuals, their needs and concerns Qualifications:
    • The ideal candidate for the position must be willing to learn new concepts and ideas. They must be a hard worker who can anticipate the needs of high-net-worth individuals and be comfortable sharing unique ideas and concepts.
    • The ideal experience will include:
      • 4+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience within the single/multi-family office, accounting, corporate, or wealth management industry
      • A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred
        Position Reports to:
        
        Relationship Manager of Family Office Services
        
        Compensation:
        
        Maestro Family Office offers outstanding compensation packages where you will be rewarded for your experience and recognized for the value you bring to our team of professionals. Our packages also include discretionary bonus targets, generous retirement plan company matching, medical and dental benefit options and more. We offer team rotation opportunities, specialized educational courses and seminars, company events, senior mentor programs and community service events.
        
        Location:
        
        The position will be based in one of Maestro's offices: Stamford, CT, Bryn Mawr, PA, Boston, MA or Salt Lake City, UT with minimal travel required.

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