Senior Accountant

Description

ABOUT TWAIN FINANCIAL PARTNERS

Twain Financial Partners is an investment firm located in St. Louis, MO, with over $6 billion in assets under management within the public-private partnership sector. Our firm works with a wide variety of investment types, specializing in tax credit, structured debt, and real estate transactions. Twain works closely with financial institutions, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals to structure and manage investments that offer both attractive economic return and social benefits.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Accountant position will primarily be responsible for a portfolio of investment entities. This position requires someone with leadership abilities that can support and develop our staff accountants while also maintaining full cycle accounting for assigned entities. This full-time position is in St. Louis, Missouri and requires little or no travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare and review general ledger entries to accurately record business transactions in compliance with accounting standards

· Review of general ledger account reconciliations for completeness and accuracy  

· Provide training and oversight to staff accountants, acting as the primary resource for guidance and issue resolution while fostering professional growth

· Develop and enhance process improvements for the accounting function, including the documentation of standard procedures

· Serve as a point of contact for partners and clients, providing guidance on accounting policies and compliance with governing legal documents.

· Monitor cash flows for entities within the assigned portfolio, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational and financial requirements.

· Review and approve disbursements

· Prepare loan schedules and initiate wire/ACH transactions for distributions, loan advances, and payments, ensuring all required approvals are obtained.

· Review closing legal documents and reporting requirements, identifying any inconsistencies between loan documents and financial records, and partnering with attorneys and accountants to resolve issues 

· Prepare customized financial statements tailored to each client’s specific reporting needs.

· Assist with audits and tax return preparation by third-party accounting firms, as needed

· Prepare investor reporting in accordance with the requirements outlined in governing legal documents.

· Other ad hoc projects as assigned

Requirements

  Basic Requirements

· Excellent customer service and communication skills

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent relevant experience

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel

· Excellent mathematical and analytical skills

· Accounting and general ledger maintenance experience, full-cycle accounting

· Expert ability to identify and resolve exceptions and interpret data

· Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

· Proven ability to meet deadlines, even amid shifting priorities and tight timelines

· Must be able to work independently but also in a team environment

Preferred Skills and Experience

· Leadership experience (formal or informal) in developing and mentoring colleagues

· Basic tax experience or knowledge

· Proven ability to help colleagues resolve issues effectively.