Accountant - Family Office

Position Summary:

As a Family Office Accountant at Vinmar International, you will be responsible for managing the financial affairs of the company's founding family and related entities. You will handle a wide range of accounting tasks, including financial reporting, bookkeeping, tax compliance, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, strong attention to detail, and a high level of integrity to safeguard the financial interests of the family.

This role reports directly to the Family Office Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for the family office and related entities.
2. Bookkeeping: Maintain general ledger accounts, including recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring proper documentation and filing.
3. Tax Compliance: Coordinate and manage tax filings and compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal tax laws for the family office and related entities.
4. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage cash flows, including cash receipt and payment processing, cash position analysis, and forecasting.
5. Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data, perform variance analysis, and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance.
6. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections for the family office.
7. Investment Accounting: Handle investment accounting, including reconciling investment statements, tracking investment performance, and preparing periodic investment reports.
8. Expense Management: Monitor and review expenses, ensure adherence to budgetary guidelines, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
9. Financial Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized financial records, ensuring confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
10. Internal Controls: Establish and maintain internal controls in accordance with industry best practices to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.
11. Compliance: Stay up-to-date with accounting regulations and standards, ensuring compliance and implementing required changes.
12. Collaboration: Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal professionals to support financial audits and regulatory compliance.
13. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve the efficiency of financial operations, and enhance data accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA certification is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably in a family office or high net worth environment.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations.
• Experience with bookkeeping, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with investment accounting and reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency in using accounting software, Excel, and other financial management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of internal control procedures and risk management practices.
• Experience with financial audits and compliance is desirable.