Work location: Arlington, Virginia - Hybrid, In-Office/RemoteJuly 2024Strategic Investment Group (Strategic), a pioneer in dedicated Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) solutions since 1987, offers a comprehensive service platform for managing customized portfolios for institutional and private investors. Our proprietary process combines active portfolio management, rigorous risk management, and open architecture manager selection. Strategic functions as our clients' investment partner and co-fiduciary, effectively becoming an extension of their resources. Clients are then free to focus on their core businesses, while we focus on providing the highly specialized portfolio management expertise that clients need to meet their investment goals. We strive to build enduring partnerships with our clients by strengthening their investment programs through a dynamic, value-enhancing investment process, sound governance framework, and world-class client service. Our mission is to empower investors through experience, innovation, and excellence. Please visit our website at www.strategicgroup.com to learn more.The Corporate Accountant supports the Finance & Accounting department including accounts receivable and accounts payable processing as needed, processing of vendor invoices and cash disbursements, company-wide vendor database maintenance, and coverage during team member absences. The position reports to the Controller, works closely with the Company's accounting staff, administrative assistants, facilities management, IT, operation due diligence and outside vendors and is relied upon to identify the need for and recommend improvements in the company's processes. Essential Functions
- Supporting administration of company T&E and A/P processing platforms, with the Controller, including system set up and functionality. Instructing and educating end users.
- Independently analyzing financial data and making recommendations.
- Assisting with, and identifying opportunities for, process improvement and documentation.
- Timely processing of vendor invoices, providing cost allocations as necessary and ensuring they are properly authorized, supported, coded and accurate.
- Processing ACH payment runs (primarily through SAP Concur), ensuring accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation, remittance advice, filing of processed batches and bank file communication, as necessary.
- Updating and maintaining vendor databases - obtaining contracts, confirming payment instructions, verifying 1099 reporting details, including updated W9's.
- Reconciling Company credit card charges to cardholders, obtaining proper general ledger coding for timely payment, monitoring account balances to ensure timely payment.
- Reporting accurate and timely financial information as well as be involved with month-end close processes and financial reporting.
- Verifying, interpreting as compared to policy, managing exceptions, elevating concerns and applying judgment to employee expense reimbursements and accounts payable.
- Recording invoices, payments, monthly allocation entries, bank transactions and pre-paid activity, and reconciling general ledger accounts and subsidiary ledgers as assigned.
- Creating Management Information data from accounting records, to develop Forecasts and financial analysis.
- Creating Tax reporting by Member to track Tax reporting and withholding requirements by state. Work with HR and member to adjust withholding on a timely basis.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 4-6 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or a similar role, including hands-on experience with accounts payable, financial reporting, and reconciliation.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
- Proficiency with accounting and A/P systems; experience with Sage Intacct and SAP Concur is preferred.
- Experience with processing vendor invoices, managing payment processing databases, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel, for financial analysis, reporting, and data management.
- Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to independently manage projects, meet deliverables, and adhere to deadlines.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with a strong attention to detail. Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvement.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
- Adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment involving multiple stakeholders.