Strategic Development Solutions Hiring for Senior Accountant Job at Los Angeles, CA Full Time

About Strategic Development Solutions (SDS):

SDS Capital Group (www.sdsgroup.com) is a nationally-recognized impact fund manager. SDS Capital has been selected for three consecutive years as one of the top 50 impact managers in the country (ImpactAssets 50). SDS manages over $1 billion in impact investments on its platform – all which seek to generate substantial impacts on low-income communities by investing in companies, nonprofits, or real estate projects: National New Markets Fund (NNMF)($310M); Develop Michigan Real Estate Fund (DMIRF)($60M); the American South Real Estate Fund I & II (ASREF I & II) ($94M); and, the SDS Supportive Housing Fund (SHF)($150M). SDS’s funds provide a range of capital – from equity to senior debt as well capital that is market-rate capital to below-market rate funding. SDS also administers the financial platform for just under $500 million of third-party client funds, all focused on impact investing.

The Opportunity: SDS Advantage

SDS Advantage, the division of SDS that handles all financial and back-office activities for each of SDS’s impact funds, is seeking a highly-motivated applicant for a Senior Accountant position. We seek candidates that want to use their financial and accounting skills in a manner that will make a difference to the low-income communities in which we invest. We seek candidates with impeccable integrity who have the accounting and financial acumen to ensure that SDS Advantage maintains a top tier financial platform. The position will focus on activities associated with the financial back office that supports National New Markets Fund and our third-party client funds. Candidates need to be adept at working in an entrepreneurial workspace that is fast paced and in a growth mode.

Job Description:

• Support in managing accounting processes and procedures, with constant attention to efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform all G/L full cycle accounting functions (A/P, A/R, Bank Reconciliations, journal Entries)
• Reviews and prepares month end balance sheet reconciliations.

• Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly financials, reports and budgets according to schedule in timely manner.
• Process month-end, quarter and year-end closing
• Work with outside CPA on income tax preparation and audits
• Prepare budgeting and forecasting
• Additional responsibilities and duties as necessary or as requested

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of Accounting Experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and Cash Basis Accounting
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Quickbooks
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Compensation and Commitment

Compensation depending on experience

Merit bonuses; 401k matching; very collegial work environment

Office Location

1281 Westwood Blvd, Suite 200

Los Angeles, CA 90024

www.sdsgroup.com

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cash Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location