Great Gray Trust Company
Senior Accountant
Great Gray Trust Company, Wilmington, Delaware, us, 19894
Why Great Gray?
At Great Gray Trust Company, we strive to set the bar for the retirement services industry. Our goal is to deliver advanced retirement solutions that combine our core fiduciary services with robust investment options, innovative technology, and dedicated client service. We focus on making choices clearer, transitions smoother, and the client experience more delightful. Complacency isn't in our vocabulary. Every day, we look for opportunities to better serve our clients, be an excellent business partner, and earn the trust of those who rely on us.
Company Background
Great Gray Trust Company is the leading independent provider of trustee and administrative services to Collective Investment Trusts ("CITs"), with over $185 billion in CIT assets, across more than 700 funds. We proudly work with 75 subadvisors, including leading firms such as Alliance Bernstein, American Funds, BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, MetLife, Neuberger Berman, PGIM, PIMCO and Raymond James.
CITs are more than just an investment vehicle. They represent a forward-thinking approach to retirement planning. These tax-exempt, pooled investment vehicles are offered to employer-sponsored retirement plans, like 401(k)s. CITs are comparable to mutual funds, but, because they are tailored for the institutional retirement market, they can offer distinct advantages, including efficient administration and cost-effectiveness. CITs have a history dating back over 90 years, but they have gained favor over the past decade, driven by innovations, and Great Gray has been at the forefront.
Great Gray has consistently delivered year-over-year growth at an above market rate and is investing in the continued development of its core CIT business as well as complementary administrative services and technology solutions for the retirement market.
Madison Dearborn Partners ("MDP") purchased Great Gray from Wilmington Trust in April 2023. As a result, Great Gray is an independent company owned by funds affiliated with MDP.
Investor Background
MDP is a leading private equity investment firm based in Chicago. Since MDP's formation in 1992, the firm has raised aggregate capital of over $28 billion and has completed over 150 platform investments. MDP invests across five dedicated industry verticals, including basic industries; business and government software and services; financial and transaction services; health care; and telecom, media, and technology services.
The Role
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing daily accounting tasks, including overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing journal entries, reconciling bank statements and other balance sheet accounts, and conducting financial reporting and analysis. This role is crucial in supporting our financial decision-making process and ensuring the accuracy of our financial records. This role is also responsible for adherence to internal controls while ensuring the quality of data being reported.
Responsibilities
.Manage general ledger entries and record financial transactionsAdd new vendors and conduct supplier due diligenceProcess accounts payable (vendor bills) and ensure proper accountingBook revenue entries and manage the accounts receivable subledgerPrepare monthly bank account reconciliations and other account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenancePrepare monthly adjusting/closing entriesConduct entity consolidationMaintain fixed asset and prepaid expense sub-ledgersCoordinate with the accounting team to complete audit processesEnsure compliance with GAAP principles and regulatory standardsAssist in tax preparation and filing activitiesImplement and maintain internal financial controls and proceduresIdentify risk-related issues needing escalation to managementComplete other related duties as assignedQualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Accounting, Finance or audit roles.CPA or CPA candidate preferred.Strong understanding of accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.Knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.Experience with NetSuite preferred.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Good verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to multi-task while prioritizing workloadPreferred Qualifications:
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business AdministrationCPA and experience in public accounting
Location
This position will be based in the Wilmington, DE office. Great Gray currently supports a hybrid work model with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
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At Great Gray Trust Company, we strive to set the bar for the retirement services industry. Our goal is to deliver advanced retirement solutions that combine our core fiduciary services with robust investment options, innovative technology, and dedicated client service. We focus on making choices clearer, transitions smoother, and the client experience more delightful. Complacency isn't in our vocabulary. Every day, we look for opportunities to better serve our clients, be an excellent business partner, and earn the trust of those who rely on us.
Company Background
Great Gray Trust Company is the leading independent provider of trustee and administrative services to Collective Investment Trusts ("CITs"), with over $185 billion in CIT assets, across more than 700 funds. We proudly work with 75 subadvisors, including leading firms such as Alliance Bernstein, American Funds, BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, MetLife, Neuberger Berman, PGIM, PIMCO and Raymond James.
CITs are more than just an investment vehicle. They represent a forward-thinking approach to retirement planning. These tax-exempt, pooled investment vehicles are offered to employer-sponsored retirement plans, like 401(k)s. CITs are comparable to mutual funds, but, because they are tailored for the institutional retirement market, they can offer distinct advantages, including efficient administration and cost-effectiveness. CITs have a history dating back over 90 years, but they have gained favor over the past decade, driven by innovations, and Great Gray has been at the forefront.
Great Gray has consistently delivered year-over-year growth at an above market rate and is investing in the continued development of its core CIT business as well as complementary administrative services and technology solutions for the retirement market.
Madison Dearborn Partners ("MDP") purchased Great Gray from Wilmington Trust in April 2023. As a result, Great Gray is an independent company owned by funds affiliated with MDP.
Investor Background
MDP is a leading private equity investment firm based in Chicago. Since MDP's formation in 1992, the firm has raised aggregate capital of over $28 billion and has completed over 150 platform investments. MDP invests across five dedicated industry verticals, including basic industries; business and government software and services; financial and transaction services; health care; and telecom, media, and technology services.
The Role
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing daily accounting tasks, including overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable, preparing journal entries, reconciling bank statements and other balance sheet accounts, and conducting financial reporting and analysis. This role is crucial in supporting our financial decision-making process and ensuring the accuracy of our financial records. This role is also responsible for adherence to internal controls while ensuring the quality of data being reported.
Responsibilities
.Manage general ledger entries and record financial transactionsAdd new vendors and conduct supplier due diligenceProcess accounts payable (vendor bills) and ensure proper accountingBook revenue entries and manage the accounts receivable subledgerPrepare monthly bank account reconciliations and other account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenancePrepare monthly adjusting/closing entriesConduct entity consolidationMaintain fixed asset and prepaid expense sub-ledgersCoordinate with the accounting team to complete audit processesEnsure compliance with GAAP principles and regulatory standardsAssist in tax preparation and filing activitiesImplement and maintain internal financial controls and proceduresIdentify risk-related issues needing escalation to managementComplete other related duties as assignedQualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Accounting, Finance or audit roles.CPA or CPA candidate preferred.Strong understanding of accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.Knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.Experience with NetSuite preferred.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Good verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to multi-task while prioritizing workloadPreferred Qualifications:
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business AdministrationCPA and experience in public accounting
Location
This position will be based in the Wilmington, DE office. Great Gray currently supports a hybrid work model with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
#LI-Hybrid#LI-NT1