Aquarian Holdings
Staff Accountant
Aquarian Holdings, New York, New York, us, 10261
Aquarian is a diversified global holding company with a strategic portfolio of insurance and asset management solutions.
After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018. Since then, Aquarian has grown to over $18.2B in assets under management. Aquarian Insurance acquires and operates companies providing retirement income and reinsurance solutions for millions of people. Aquarian Investments deploys capital into opportunities that yield attractive risk-adjusted returns with downside protection for its clients.
Aquarian's approach combines a wide and holistic view of the investment landscape with incisive decision-making and deep investing acumen. The company invests across the capital structure and creates tailored financing solutions that enable high-quality companies to grow and evolve.
The Role
Aquarian Holdings is seeking an exceptional individual to join its Finance and Accounting team to support various accounting activities. The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller.
This position is located in New York City.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining financial reports, records and general ledger accounts.
Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assisting in monthly close processes.
Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Meeting processing and reporting deadlines.
Responding to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and assisting with audits.
Ensuring compliance with GAAP.
Managing expense coding and accounts payable process.
Enhancing and automating reporting capabilities of general ledger
Ideal profile and characteristics:
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
Ability to prioritize daily tasks and timely meet obligations.
Experience with process development and improvement
Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
Good problem solving and time management skills.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to a bachelor's degree in another field.
Certified Public Accountant strongly preferred.
2+ years of experience in public accounting firm
Working knowledge of GAAP.
Advanced skills in MS Excel.
Knowledge of NetSuite, a plus.
After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018. Since then, Aquarian has grown to over $18.2B in assets under management. Aquarian Insurance acquires and operates companies providing retirement income and reinsurance solutions for millions of people. Aquarian Investments deploys capital into opportunities that yield attractive risk-adjusted returns with downside protection for its clients.
Aquarian's approach combines a wide and holistic view of the investment landscape with incisive decision-making and deep investing acumen. The company invests across the capital structure and creates tailored financing solutions that enable high-quality companies to grow and evolve.
The Role
Aquarian Holdings is seeking an exceptional individual to join its Finance and Accounting team to support various accounting activities. The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller.
This position is located in New York City.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining financial reports, records and general ledger accounts.
Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assisting in monthly close processes.
Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Meeting processing and reporting deadlines.
Responding to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and assisting with audits.
Ensuring compliance with GAAP.
Managing expense coding and accounts payable process.
Enhancing and automating reporting capabilities of general ledger
Ideal profile and characteristics:
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
Ability to prioritize daily tasks and timely meet obligations.
Experience with process development and improvement
Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
Good problem solving and time management skills.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent accounting work experience in addition to a bachelor's degree in another field.
Certified Public Accountant strongly preferred.
2+ years of experience in public accounting firm
Working knowledge of GAAP.
Advanced skills in MS Excel.
Knowledge of NetSuite, a plus.