Senior Fund Accountant presso Peachtree Group

Introduction: 

Peachtree Group is a privately held, fully integrated real estate investment management, lending and servicing platform. The company owns, operates, manages and develops hotels and invests in hotel- and other commercial real estate-related assets throughout the United States. Through its affiliate, Peachtree Group Hospitality Management, Peachtree manages the performance of 100+ hotels across 27 brands with 14,000+ rooms in 26 states.

A Senior Fund Accountant’s primary responsibility will be to oversee the financial activities of the firm’s funds, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all accounting processes.

Role and Responsibilities: 

• Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports, statements, and schedules as required by management and regulatory agencies.
• Financial Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Reconciliation: Conduct periodic reconciliations of fund cash balances to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies. Resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Quarter-end Close Procedures: Assist in quarter-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and analyzing variances.
• Audit Support: Assist in annual audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations to auditors.
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by management.
• Compliance: Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting the funds and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, such as GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) regulations.
• Client Servicing: Communicate with internal stakeholders, such as portfolio managers and investor relations teams, to address any accounting-related inquiries or issues. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and external service providers.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA certification or CPA candidate preferred.
• 2 - 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Experience working in real estate investment, or related industry is a plus but not required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.