Golub Capital BDC, Inc.
Financial Accountant, BDC Fund Accounting
Golub Capital BDC, Inc., Chicago, IL
Position Information
Hiring Manager:
Manager
Department:
BDC Fund Accounting
Department Overview
The BDC Fund Accounting Department is responsible for the financial and investor reporting associated with Golub Capital's Business Development Companies ("BDCs") which includes Golub Capital BDC, Inc. (NASDAQ: GBDC), Golub Capital BDC 3, Inc., Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation, and Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc. The team provides accounting and SEC reporting for the BDCs and their subsidiaries pursuant to the governing operating and investment management agreements and in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. BDC Fund Accounting also provides Golub Capital's management companies and leadership with reporting and analysis in support of existing business and new initiatives. Key responsibilities within the group include monthly closes and ongoing maintenance of each BDC's general ledger; preparation of monthly internal management reports, preparation of quarterly financial statements on Form 10-Q or 10-K, production of quarterly investor reporting; support of annual external audits; forecasting fund performance; setup and ongoing maintenance of investor capital accounts for Golub Capital BDC 3, Inc., Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation, and Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc., and coordinating I.T. system implementations while focusing on process automation. The BDC Fund Accounting Department interacts extensively with Golub Capital's Operations, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Business Development, Compliance, Technology Solutions and Valuation Teams.
Position Responsibilities
The candidate will join the BDC Fund Accounting Team's mission to support a growing firm, build a best-in-class, customer focused finance team and drive operational excellence. The Financial Accountant will have primary responsibility for the accounting and reporting for one or more funds and assist in the support of various other funds, new initiatives and ad-hoc requests.
Primary duties and responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the accounting and financial reporting for the BDCs:
- Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in providing information and support for the Firm's independent auditors
- Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in preparing quarterly reporting materials including the quarterly investor presentations
- Supporting the launch of potential new BDCs by collaborating with team members to implement and perform the close process, preparing early reporting for upper management and document execution of controls in accordance with existing framework
- Working closely with other Golub Capital Shared Services functions (Treasury, Operations, Tax, Portfolio Monitoring) as it relates to the ongoing operational and reporting needs of the BDC Fund Accounting Group
- Assisting in various ad-hoc projects and requests
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required (Accounting or Finance preferred), CPA strongly encouraged
- 1 to 3 years of relevant experience preferably in a similar business or industry (private equity / leveraged finance / hedge fund or similar)
- Public accounting is strongly desired and SEC experience is a plus
- Proficiency in Excel required, proficiency in PowerPoint, Wall Street Office, Workday or other general ledger packages is a strong plus
- Strong accounting skills and instincts
- Comfortable working in a fluid environment under the direction of various managers depending on the task at hand
- Strong analytical skills and ability to operationalize complex agreements and account for investments, incentive fee arrangements and partner allocations
- Ability to learn new concepts and technology quickly while seeking assistance from a strong and committed peer group
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Abide by our work-in-office policies then in effect
Critical Competencies for Success
Our Gold Standards Model defines key behaviors and competencies across 4 dimensions: Leadership, Achieving Results, Personal Effectiveness and Thinking Critically. These behaviors and competencies drive our ability to win together.
The department-specific competencies define the knowledge, skills and abilities that are needed to successfully perform the functional or technical work of this role.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Golub Capital offers a full range of benefits which includes medical, dental, vision and 401(k).
Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hiring Manager:
Manager
Department:
BDC Fund Accounting
Department Overview
The BDC Fund Accounting Department is responsible for the financial and investor reporting associated with Golub Capital's Business Development Companies ("BDCs") which includes Golub Capital BDC, Inc. (NASDAQ: GBDC), Golub Capital BDC 3, Inc., Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation, and Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc. The team provides accounting and SEC reporting for the BDCs and their subsidiaries pursuant to the governing operating and investment management agreements and in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. BDC Fund Accounting also provides Golub Capital's management companies and leadership with reporting and analysis in support of existing business and new initiatives. Key responsibilities within the group include monthly closes and ongoing maintenance of each BDC's general ledger; preparation of monthly internal management reports, preparation of quarterly financial statements on Form 10-Q or 10-K, production of quarterly investor reporting; support of annual external audits; forecasting fund performance; setup and ongoing maintenance of investor capital accounts for Golub Capital BDC 3, Inc., Golub Capital Direct Lending Corporation, Golub Capital Direct Lending Unlevered Corporation, and Golub Capital BDC 4, Inc., and coordinating I.T. system implementations while focusing on process automation. The BDC Fund Accounting Department interacts extensively with Golub Capital's Operations, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations, Business Development, Compliance, Technology Solutions and Valuation Teams.
Position Responsibilities
The candidate will join the BDC Fund Accounting Team's mission to support a growing firm, build a best-in-class, customer focused finance team and drive operational excellence. The Financial Accountant will have primary responsibility for the accounting and reporting for one or more funds and assist in the support of various other funds, new initiatives and ad-hoc requests.
Primary duties and responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the accounting and financial reporting for the BDCs:
- Maintaining the general ledger and working with the Operations Team to optimize automated entries as well as controlling and minimizing manual entries
- Preparing the monthly and quarterly close package that is reviewed and distributed to senior management
- Preparing quarterly and annual forecasts
- Assisting the Investor Communications Team with the preparation of periodic capital calls, distributions and IRR statements
- Understanding the structure of the BDC including its subsidiaries and debt facilities
- Quarterly and annual debt compliance
- Completing SOX controls associated with month end close process and quarterly reporting
- Understanding private credit environment, trends and portfolio metrics
- Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in providing information and support for the Firm's independent auditors
- Supporting BDC Financial Reporting Team in preparing quarterly reporting materials including the quarterly investor presentations
- Supporting the launch of potential new BDCs by collaborating with team members to implement and perform the close process, preparing early reporting for upper management and document execution of controls in accordance with existing framework
- Working closely with other Golub Capital Shared Services functions (Treasury, Operations, Tax, Portfolio Monitoring) as it relates to the ongoing operational and reporting needs of the BDC Fund Accounting Group
- Assisting in various ad-hoc projects and requests
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required (Accounting or Finance preferred), CPA strongly encouraged
- 1 to 3 years of relevant experience preferably in a similar business or industry (private equity / leveraged finance / hedge fund or similar)
- Public accounting is strongly desired and SEC experience is a plus
- Proficiency in Excel required, proficiency in PowerPoint, Wall Street Office, Workday or other general ledger packages is a strong plus
- Strong accounting skills and instincts
- Comfortable working in a fluid environment under the direction of various managers depending on the task at hand
- Strong analytical skills and ability to operationalize complex agreements and account for investments, incentive fee arrangements and partner allocations
- Ability to learn new concepts and technology quickly while seeking assistance from a strong and committed peer group
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Abide by our work-in-office policies then in effect
Critical Competencies for Success
Our Gold Standards Model defines key behaviors and competencies across 4 dimensions: Leadership, Achieving Results, Personal Effectiveness and Thinking Critically. These behaviors and competencies drive our ability to win together.
- Leadership: Role models in this area consistently focus on the right goals and priorities and continually develop themselves and others. Always team players, they influence and engage with others to contribute to a supportive and inclusive culture where all feel welcome.
- Achieving Results: Role models in this area are high achievers who develop careful plans and deliver consistently and effectively. They hold themselves and others accountable for delivering high quality results, and they remove barriers to ensure others can contribute and grow.
- Thinking Critically: Role models in this area understand our business, rely on analytical reasoning and seek diverse perspectives to solve problems. They are forward thinking, anticipating issues and addressing them in advance.
- Personal Effectiveness: Role models in this area build strong relationships, treat others with respect and communicate effectively. They are driven to exceed expectations and are adaptable to changing circumstances.
The department-specific competencies define the knowledge, skills and abilities that are needed to successfully perform the functional or technical work of this role.
- Innovative Mindset: Leverages a detailed, agile and creative mindset to master processes and responsibilities, as well as drive value-added enhancements, continuous process improvement and proactive learning through new technology, processes and people.
- GAAP and Internal Policy: Ensures deliverables and processes are executed in accordance with internal procedures, policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("GAAP").
- Financial Analysis: Leverages financial policies, accounting principles, technology, financial analytics and other metrics to produce accurate work products and generate insights.
- Industry and Firm / Product Knowledge: Demonstrates an understanding of the Firm's position in the industry, including its products, complex structure and competitive advantage in the marketplace. Monitors industry trends and industry regulations and changes and recognizes their relevancy and implications.
- Investor Focus and Communications: Demonstrates an understanding of investor interests, deliverables and communications.
- Communication and Documentation: Documents processes and procedures and communicates in area of specialty to stakeholders. Adapts the level of detail and specificity based on the needs of the intended audience.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Golub Capital offers a full range of benefits which includes medical, dental, vision and 401(k).
Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.