Audit Senior Associate | Alternative Investment Group

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast.

CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.

Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Support the execution of audits for alternative investment fund clients-including hedge funds, venture capital, and private equity funds-by performing audit testing and ensuring work is in line with US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for investment fund clients, including footnote disclosures under supervision.
• Perform initial reviews and analyses of portfolio valuations, investment structures, and fair value measurements, escalating complex matters to supervisors as needed.
• Collaborate with client management and fund administrators to gather information and clarify accounting issues, referring more complex concerns to senior team members.
• Contribute to research on technical accounting matters and assist in understanding new accounting standards and best practices for fund structures, under guidance.
• Support the implementation of new financial reporting requirements and changes in accounting policies as directed by supervisors or managers.
• Provide guidance to junior staff, assist in reviewing workpapers, and help maintain consistency in audit documentation.
• Participate in identifying process improvements and sharing insights with the team, as well as keeping informed about industry trends and risk management practices.
• Join client meetings to observe and learn about client service and business development activities, contributing as appropriate under supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Required

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