Senior Accountant

About Us

Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets.

Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet.

We have 4,200 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows.

As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward.

Rothschild & Co is committed to an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity and different perspectives are valued. We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.

Overview of Role

This role will report directly into the Chief Financial Officer and be responsible for managing the financial reporting and accounting functions for North America. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting and will involve collaborating with various departments and geographies to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Accounting Operations Management

• Ensure all transactions are accounted for properly
• Analyze and provide explanations for variances in financial statements and trial balance
• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Lead all month-end, quarterly and year-end closing processes
• Continuously evaluate existing processes for efficiency and controls

Revenue Recognition and Accounts Receivable

• Liaise with North America bankers and global finance teams
• Monthly revenue review to ensure revenue recognition rules are met
• Manage quarterly intercompany reconciliation process with other geographies
• Oversee preparation of all transfer pricing memos
• Monitor A/R aging and reserve analysis

Regulatory / Audit Related

• Ensure compliance with IFRS / GAAP and other relevant accounting standards
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulators for mid-year review and year end audit
• Ensure financial compliance with all FINRA rules and regulations, including timely and accurate reporting to regulatory authorities (e.g. monthly capital calculations for the FOCUS reports)
• Oversee internal AML audit

Financial Management

• Manage capital projections and cash flow forecasts
• Provide financial analysis to support key business decisions.
• Prepare analysis and data to support forecasting and budgeting processes.

Team Leadership

• Hire, supervise, manage finance/accounting junior team

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting (minimum GPA of 3.5)
• CPA required

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience, preferably within an advisory firm, financial services firm or broker-dealer
• Strong knowledge of FINRA regulations. Series 27 licensed currently or will take exam upon joining
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems/ SAP knowledge a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Expected base salary rates for this role in our New York Office will be between $140,00 and $175,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, salary offers are determined on an individualized basis and are based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience and education. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and our Rothschild & Co employee benefits package, successful candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Rothschild & Co North America is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Disabled/Veterans

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