Controllers, AWM Fund Accounting Private, Associate, Dallas

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
The Role
Support fund accounting for private equity funds by preparing monthly and quarterly reporting, NAVs, investor capital statements, journal entries, period-end close transactions, cash and fee analyses, and ad hoc client and audit requests.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world. We commit people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Our people are our greatest asset – we say it often and with good reason. It is only with the determination and dedication of our people that we can serve our clients, generate long-term value for our shareholders and contribute to the broader public. We take pride in supporting each colleague both professionally and personally. From collaborative workspaces and ergonomic services to wellbeing and resilience offerings, we offer our people the flexibility and support they need to reach their goals in and outside the office

CONTROLLERS

Controllers ensure that the firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated and public financial institution. Our professionals measure the profitability of, and risks associated with, every aspect of the firm's business. Controllers also ensure that the firm's activities are conducted in compliance with the regulations governing transactions in the financial markets. 

OUR IMPACT

We're a team of specialists charged with managing the firm’s liquidity, capital and risk, and providing the overall financial control and reporting functions. Whether assessing the creditworthiness of the firm’s counterparties, monitoring market risks associated with trading activities, or offering analytical and regulatory compliance support, our work contributes directly to the firm’s success. The business is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting packages, including fund-level net asset values and investor capital statements for private equity investment funds.
  • Prepare ad hoc reporting requests, management fee analysis, cash flow analysis, and provide assistance with client audit and financial reporting related requests.
  • Prepare and book journal entries relating to daily cash activity, investment activity, currency purchases/exchanges, swap settings, debt payments, fund expenses, and investor contributions and distributions.
  • Prepare period-end close transactions including mark-to-market valuation and foreign currency adjustments, accruals, and other transactions.

SKILLS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting.
  • Strong accounting background, including booking journal entries, performing account reconciliation, and performing account analysis.
  • Strong Excel skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage his/her workload such that deadlines are consistently met without exception.
  • 4-7 years of experience; Public Accounting preferable.
  • Basic understanding of debt and equity investments.
  • Basic understanding of private equity funds.
  • Partnership accounting experience.
  • Exposure to accounting for foreign currency transactions.
  • General ledger experience.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. 

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. 

We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

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Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • 4-7 years of experience
  • Public accounting experience
  • Strong accounting background, including booking journal entries, account reconciliation, and account analysis
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines
  • Basic understanding of debt and equity investments
  • Basic understanding of private equity funds
  • Partnership accounting experience
  • Exposure to accounting for foreign currency transactions
  • General ledger experience

Goldman Sachs Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Goldman Sachs and has not been reviewed or approved by Goldman Sachs.

  • Healthcare Strength Coverage includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life and accident insurance, with multiple plan options and most premiums subsidized; coverage often starts on day one. Wellness resources, on-site health centers in some locations, and EAP access reinforce the depth of health support.
  • Parental & Family Support Family care includes on-site childcare in some offices, expectant parent resources, and transitional programs for returning parents. Feedback suggests parental leave is very generous, with reports of around 20 weeks paid leave and stipends for adoption, surrogacy, and fertility-related services.
  • Retirement Support The firm provides a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions and broad financial education to help employees plan for retirement. Resources also support saving for education and preparing for unexpected events.

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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
67,118 Employees

What We Do

At Goldman Sachs, we believe progress is everyone’s business. That’s why we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices in all major financial centers around the world. More about our company can be found at www.goldmansachs.com

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