Job Description

The Fund Accounting Team within the Controllers Group is seeking an Analyst in Dallas, TX. This role involves ensuring the firm meets financial control and reporting obligations while assisting in the preparation of accounting and reporting packages for private equity investment funds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting
0-3 years of experience; Public Accounting preferable
Strong accounting background, including booking journal entries, performing account reconciliation, and performing account analysis
Strong Excel skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize and manage his/her workload such that deadlines are consistently met without exception
Experience with debt and equity investments
Experience with private equity funds
Partnership accounting experience
Experience in accounting for foreign currency transactions
General ledger experience
Managerial experience in a team environment

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting packages, including fund-level net asset values and investor capital statements for private equity investment funds
Prepare ad hoc reporting requests, management fee analysis, cash flow analysis, and provide assistance with client audit and financial reporting related requests
Prepare and book journal entries relating to daily cash activity, investment activity, currency purchases/exchanges, swap settings, debt payments, fund expenses, and investor contributions and distributions
Prepare period-end close transactions including mark-to-market valuation and foreign currency adjustments, accruals, and other transactions

Benefits

Employees at Goldman Sachs are often offered comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, life and disability coverage, generous vacation and holidays, and robust wellness resources such as EAP counseling, medical advocacy, on-site/virtual health services, and fitness support. Financial perks typically include retirement savings programs, live financial education, education support, and wealth-creation opportunities through equity awards and select investment programs. Many locations also provide family benefits (childcare resources, parental and family leaves, adoption/surrogacy support) and flexible work options like part-time schedules, job sharing, telecommuting, and alternate hours.