Sr. Accountant

Position:                      Senior Accountant

Department:                Finance

Report to:                    Assistant ControllerCompany Summary:

Boston Partners is a global investment advisor with over $110 billion in AUM and a longstanding reputation for superior client service.  The organization is a premier provider of value equity investment products that are firmly rooted in fundamental research and are based on a disciplined investment philosophy and process.  Boston Partners invests in companies with attractive value characteristics and strong business fundamentals where there is a catalyst for positive change. The firm was founded in 1995 and maintains offices in Boston, New York, California, and London. Boston Partners is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of ORIX Corporation of Japan.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant participates in month end close processing and performs various ad hoc tasks. The Senior Accountant will work directly with the Assistant Controller to tackle the growing complexities of Boston Partners’ growing business. This role has a path to a management role within the Finance department and direct contact with Senior Management.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate in the month end close process including forecasting, actual vs. budget, expense entries
• Support the preparation of the management reporting package and other ad hoc financial reporting
• Review and monitor inter-company transactions, liaise with counterparties and resolve all differences
• Assist in construction of financial statements for subsidiaries
• Assist with interim and year-end audit with external auditors
• Assist in tax provision requests
• Assist in booking complex accounting transactions monthly
• Assist with research activities regarding technical accounting matters

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or relevant similar role
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and senior management
• Self-motivated; ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
• Advanced skills in Excel and strong knowledge of pivot tables

Qualifications

• Knowledge of financial statement construction and flow
• 6 plus years’ experience in financial services accounting/operations
• CPA is preferred

Special Requirements

• Occasional late hours to meet month end deadlines
• Work in the office 5 days/week