Accounting Manager - Private Equity - Buckingham Search

Accounting Manager - Private Equity

• Location: Miami, Florida (Hybrid Schedule Available)
• Industry: Financial Services

About the Company:

We are a private investment firm specializing in multi-asset class investing. With a focus on asset-based lending, real estate loans, second-lien loans, lender finance, and project finance, we provide innovative and flexible financial solutions. Our team brings deep expertise and an entrepreneurial approach to private market investments, offering opportunities to contribute to a growing and dynamic organization.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee key aspects of financial operations, including monthly and quarterly close processes, financial reporting, partnership accounting, cash reconciliations, and tax/audit support. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across departments to implement process improvements, enhance financial systems, and drive operational efficiency.

This position is based in Miami, Florida, with opportunities for a hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and GAAP-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management entities.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, balance sheet reconciliations, income reconciliations, and preparation of capital statements.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets, expense accruals, and financial forecasts.
• Manage daily cash account reconciliations for loan origination, closings, intercompany transactions, and fee collections.
• Coordinate with external auditors for financial statement preparation and tax reporting, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Mentor and supervise Staff Accountants, providing guidance on accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Collaborate with IT teams to automate and improve accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Partner with internal teams, including fund accounting, operations, analysts, and legal, on transactions, intercompany matters, and financial reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or CPA-eligible preferred.
• 5–7+ years of accounting experience, ideally in private equity, fund management, or public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles, including partnership and corporate taxation.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics Business Central), advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Qlik.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Experience managing audit processes and handling complex intercompany transactions is a plus.