Firm Overview Golub Capital

Firm Overview Golub Capital

Financial Accountant, BDC Fund Accounting

Chicago

Sponsorship not specified$65k-$110kDetected 19 days ago
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About the role

  • The team provides accounting and SEC reporting for the BDCs and their subsidiaries pursuant to the governing operating and investment management agreements and in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • The BDC Fund Accounting Department interacts extensively with Golub Capital's Operations, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Business Development, Compliance, Technology Solutions and Valuation Teams.
  • They are driven to exceed expectations and are adaptable to changing circumstances. - Thinking Critically: Role models in this area understand our business, rely on analytical reasoning and seek diverse perspectives to solve problems.

Responsibilities

  • The Financial Accountant will have primary responsibility for the accounting and reporting for one or more BDC funds and assist in the support of various other funds, new initiatives and ad-hoc requests.
  • Maintaining the general ledger and working with the Operations Team to optimize automated entries as well as controlling and minimizing manual entries
  • Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in providing information and support for the Firm's independent auditors
  • Assisting with the launch of potential new BDCs by collaborating with team members to implement and perform the close process, preparing early reporting for upper management and document execution of controls in accordance with existing framework

Requirements

  • 2+ years of relevant experience preferably in a similar business or industry (private equity / leveraged finance / hedge fund or similar)
  • Ability to learn new concepts and technology quickly while seeking assistance from a strong and committed peer group
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required (Accounting or Finance preferred), CPA strongly encouraged
  • Strong accounting skills and instincts
  • Comfortable working in a fluid environment under the direction of various managers depending on the task at hand
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to operationalize complex agreements and account for investments, incentive fee arrangements and partner allocations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Enthusiastic about working in office and creating a Gold Standard hybrid work culture

Nice to have

  • Public accounting is strongly desired and SEC experience is a plus
  • Proficiency in Excel required, proficiency in PowerPoint, Wall Street Office, Workday or other general ledger packages is a strong plus

Skills

  • Preparing the monthly and quarterly close package that is reviewed and distributed to senior management
  • Preparing quarterly and annual forecasts
  • Assisting the Investor Communications Team with the preparation of periodic capital calls, distributions and IRR statements
  • Understanding the structure of the BDC including its subsidiaries and debt facilities
  • Quarterly and annual debt compliance
  • Completing SOX controls associated with month end close process and quarterly reporting
  • Understanding private credit environment, trends and portfolio metrics
  • Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in preparing quarterly reporting materials including the quarterly investor presentations
  • Assisting in various ad-hoc projects and requests
  • They are forward thinking, anticipating issues and addressing them in advance.

Compensation

  • For Illinois Only: It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $65,000 - $110,000.
  • Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skills, experiences and qualifications for the role.
  • The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered.
  • If hired, the employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the Firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance, Firm or individual department / team performance and market factors.
  • Due to the highly regulated nature of Golub Capital's business and because of the sensitivity of the information that all personnel have access to, Golub Capital performs extensive and thorough pre-hire screens to ensure that its personnel act with expected levels of integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility.
  • Preparing quarterly and annual forecasts
  • It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $65,000 - $110,000.

Benefits

  • Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Equal opportunity

  • Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
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