Senior Fund Accountant-Contract to Hire!!#232311

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for Sr. Fund Accountant for a contract opportunity with one of our largest clients!Candidates should be willing to work on our W2 ONLY.Job Title: Private Equity Fund Accountant (Relocation to Dallas Required)Location(s): Dallas, TX- ONSITERole Type: W2 ONLY, NO C2CContract Length: 12 months- Contract to HIREKey Skills: Accounting degree*, background either at other fund admins (in particular in private equity environment, ie: fund-to-funds or direct investing, credit, real estate, private equity) , auditing experience! MUST have working experience as a FUND Controller

Salary: Salary: $130-170K/yr.A relocation bonus will be provided!!!

Job Description/Responsibilities

Controllers Divisional Overview

Controllers ensure that the firm meets all the financial control and reporting obligations of a global, regulated and public financial institution. In the Controllers Department, 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. The Fund Accounting Team within the Controllers Group is looking to add an Associate in Dallas, TX.Principal Responsibilities:1. 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.2. Prepare ad hoc reporting requests, management fee analysis, cash flow analysis, and provide assistance with client audit and financial reporting-related requests.3. Prepare and book journal entries relating to daily cash activity, investment activity, currency purchases and exchanges, swap settings, debt payments, fund expenses, and investor contributions and distributions.4. Prepare period-end close transactions, including mark-to-market valuation and foreign currency adjustments, accruals, and other transactions.Required Skills/Qualifications:Ability to prioritize and manage his/her workload such that deadlines are consistently met without exception.4+ years of experience; Public Accounting preferable.Experience with debt and equity investments.Experience with private equity funds.Partnership accounting experience.Experience in accounting for foreign currency transactions.General ledger experience.Managerial experience in a team environment.Education and Certifications:Controller/VP-level requires a current CPA certification and a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience. Senior-level requires 5-8 years of relevant experience. Public Accounting experience preferable.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.