Position Overview:Hillwood's Corporate Services team is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented
SeniorCorporate Accountant to join our dynamic organization. This role will be primarily focused on corporate accounting with additional responsibilities in financial analysis that support strategic decision-making across the organization. The position offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple Hillwood business units and collaborate closely with teams including Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Treasury, and Data Quality.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in GAAP accounting principles, paired with sharp analytical capabilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Success in this role requires the ability to deliver accurate, insightful financial reporting and analysis, while contributing to process improvements and cross-functional initiatives that drive business performance.
Responsibilities:Core Accounting and Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly and quarterly consolidated financial statements and related analysis for multiple entities.
- Assist with maintenance, accounting, and reporting for over 100 venture capital investments within Archway accounting software.
- Assist with accounting and reporting for partnerships' venture capital investments including NAV rollforwards and performance analysis.
- Review accounting for significant real estate transactions, research GAAP guidance, and provide commentary to management.
- Prepare and review recurring reports and supporting schedules, including account roll forwards for notes payable, notes receivable, and other supporting financial statements.
- Ensure data integrity in reporting through reconciliations and control checks.
- Perform bank reconciliations and prepare cash reporting to management.
Strategic Financial Support:
- Assist with lender reporting, financial statements, disclosures, and covenant calculations.
- Partner with FP&A to forecast short-term and long-term liquidity needs.
- Assist with annual budget preparation and periodic budget-to-actual variance analysis for multiple entities.
- Prepare consolidated cash activity and cash forecast reports to support management decision-making.
- Perform ad hoc financial analyses and special projects for senior management and business leaders.
Process Improvement and Innovation:
- Streamline and improve financial reporting processes for timeliness and accessibility.
- Develop creative, data-driven reporting solutions tailored to stakeholder needs.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in existing reporting and accounting processes.
Required Skills and Abilities:- Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial data and insights clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and reporting quality.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments, including with C-level executives and external financial institutions, while adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, and eagerness to learn new accounting and reporting systems required.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree in Accounting strongly preferred.
- CPA or CPA eligible required.
- Minimum of two years of experience in accounting.
- Public accounting experience preferred.
- Experience in real estate, investment, and partnership accounting a plus.
Benefits Highlights:- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Holidays
- Paid family caregiver leave
- Mental health and wellness resources
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Additional programs to support Associates and their families
