Senior Accountant - Stamford, United States - Bridge Investment Group

Description

Bridge believes that our people are our most valuable asset.

We are proud to embrace and encourage our differences and are committed to building, maintaining, and celebrating a diverse, supportive, and inclusive environment that fosters belonging.

Making a difference in our communities, including our commitment to ESG at our properties and corporate locations, is a cornerstone of who we are.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law.

What you will be part of

Located in Stamford, CT, Newbury Partners (a division of Bridge Investment Group specializes in purchasing limited partnership interests in established leverage buyout, growth equity, and venture capital funds through secondary transactions. Additionally, we pursue co-investments directly in private equity-backed companies on a selective basis. With over $6.42 billion in managed capital, Newbury includes approximately 201 professionals covering new investments, finance, and administration.

Make an impact

We are seeking a business-minded professional to support the Director of Finance team of our private equity investment firm in all aspects of internal and external financial reporting and operations.

This position offers a challenging "hands-on" role for a self-motivated professional with the flexibility and adaptability to work in a small team environment.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with strong multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize and complete projects in a timely manner.

Anticipated Duties:
Assist in funding and recording investment transactions, maintenance of schedule of investments, and supporting deal documents.

Assist in collecting data from underlying investments and deal professionals and preparation of periodic internal and external portfolio reporting packages.

Understand IRRs and other performance metrics (TVPI, DPI, YTD returns, etc.).
Post activity to the general ledger, reconcile accounts, coordinate payment of expenses, and maintain supporting documentation.
Perform daily cash reconciliations and journal entries.
Prepare cash position and forecast reports.
Perform quarterly closing procedures.
Assist in preparing and distributing quarterly financial statements.
Research accounting and tax issues as required.


Limited Partner Accounts:
Maintain limited partner files.
Prepare capital call notices and initiate distributions.
Maintain schedule of partner's commitments, capital contributions, and unfunded commitments.
Calculate the limited and general partners' capital accounts.
Maintain limited partner CRM and Accounting database.
Respond to limited partner inquiries and additional ad-hoc requests.

Annual Audits and Tax Compliance:
Prepare required deliverables for year-end financial statement audits.
Assist in timely preparations of tax and regulatory filings and prepare supporting work papers.

What you should bring

A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance

Experience performing accounting functions in a private equity investment firm performing all aspects of internal and external financial reporting and operations.

A great work ethic, proactive problem-solving skills, commitment to accuracy, and a roll of your sleeves team player personality.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel)

What we offer
Generous base salary and bonus program
Full benefits suite including 401K, above-average PTO, Parental Leave, and Medical, Dental, Vision
Access to benefits concierge service
Access to Mental Health & well-being service
Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement, and innovation
Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women's Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans, and Advocates for Accessibility
Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events

Get to know Bridge

Bridge is a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment manager, diversified across specialized asset classes. Bridge combines its nationwide operating platform with dedicated teams of investment professionals focused on select U.S.


real estate verticals:
residential rental, office, development, logistics properties, net lease and real estate-backed credit. Bridge is well-regarded for its high integrity and collaborative leadership culture that rewards both individual thinking and team decision-making. Our leaders are seasoned professionals who bring their vast experience and high standards of excellence to their work. Our leaders value career development and take seriously the role they play in developing next-generation leaders. Bridge professionals embody accountability and seek to deliver high-quality results through creativity and innovation.
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