Junior Accountant

POSITION SUMMARY:

The individual in this role will be a critical member of the finance team responsible for the operations of Audax Management Company. The role will work closely with the Controller and Senior Accountant alongside the firm’s third-party administrator, to deliver robust financial reporting to senior management through accurate and timely recording of activity in the firm’s accounting systems. 

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and detail oriented team player with strong organizational skills, a professional and discreet demeanor, a flexible approach to learning and “do anything” attitude.  This role offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated accounting professional to gain hands on experience in a fast paced, dynamic and high energy work environment at a growing private equity firm with exposure across multiple departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate various work streams with third-party administrator, ensuring that supporting documentation (invoices, approvals, etc.) is delivered timely and in accordance with policy
• Assist with the monthly close process, including preparing/reviewing closing, accrual and depreciation entries
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, P&L trending analysis, and management reporting
• Assist external auditors with annual audit and tax team with reporting, filings
• Assist with continuous process improvement initiatives, with a focus on the continued development of processes and best practices related to Oracle NetSuite and Concur
• Assist with preparation of cash, investment, revenue, and expense analysis reports for senior management on a weekly and ad-hoc basis
• Assist with generating and reviewing of portfolio company, fund/holding company, and employee billing, including adherence to Management Services Agreements and the firm’s expense allocation policies
• Prepare monthly journal entries, including reclassing expenses and expense allocations across business units and perform balance sheet account clean-up to resolve stale balances
• Maintain the team’s filing system ensuring documentation is organized

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance with advanced degree or certification a plus
• 0-3 years of experience in a corporate or public accounting role, preferably in private equity or financial services
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP requirements
• Technologically savvy with MS Excel skills, NetSuite and Concur experience is a plus
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment and manage competing priorities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meeting deadlines with quality work product in a fast paced environment
• Effective communication skills and ability interact with Senior Management and outside parties
• Professional and energetic attitude

OTHER DUTIES:  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

For Massachusetts: The base salary range for this position is $65,000- $80,000. The base salary range represents the estimated low and high end for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation may vary and will be determined based on but not limited to, the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and Audax reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. An employee may also be eligible for annual discretionary incentive compensation based on performance. 

Audax offers a wide range of employee benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off (including sick leave, parental leave, volunteer leave, and vacation), charitable donation match, family support services (including Bright Horizons and Benefit Advocate Center), and a 401(k) in addition to other benefits.