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Finance & Accounting Analyst

Boston, MA

Summary:

The Finance & Accounting Analyst will support the Finance team in executing core accounting processes, assisting with client billing activities and helping to report financial and business data across the firm.  This role is responsible for supporting the monthly accounting close and billing processes, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable activities, preparing and distributing client investment management fee invoices and developing management reporting to assist decision making for senior management and the firm’s various business areas.

Responsibilities:

  • Month-End Accounting Close
    • Assist in the preparation and execution of monthly accounting close activities.
    • Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with firm accounting policies.
    • Reconcile the firm’s cash accounts on a monthly basis.
    • Support the preparation of financial reports and management reporting packages.
    • Maintain support schedules and documentation for audits and regulatory reviews.
  • Accounts Receivable & Client Billing
    • Calculate and process management fees in accordance with client agreements and upload fee statements to the portals of select clients.
    • Review billing calculations for accuracy and compliance.
    • Help maintain billing calendars and ensure timely completion of billing cycles.
    • Apply client payments to accounts receivables ledger and research discrepancies.
    • Produce accounts receivable aging reports and collection metrics.
  • Accounts Payable 
    • Process vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements.
    • Ensure invoices are properly coded and approved prior to payment.
    • Prepare payment batches and maintain accounts payable records.
    • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis
    • Help create recurring financial reporting for senior management and business areas.
    • Gather, validate and organize financial and business data from multiple internal systems.
    • Develop automated reporting solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual processes

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics or a related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, financial analysis, or related experience.
  • Experience in investment management, asset management, financial services, banking, or public accounting is a plus.
  • Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
  • Experience with AI, Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence tools is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn.

 

This role is based in our Boston office on a hybrid schedule - 4 days per week in-office, 1 day per week remote. 

The actual base salary is dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, GW&K employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or commission, which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.

Base Salary Range

$80,000-$95,000 USD

About GW&K

GW&K is a growing and dynamic investment management firm that is always looking for talented, hard-working, team-oriented individuals. We are interested in people that fit GW&K’s unique and highly collaborative culture.

The people who work at GW&K are the backbone of our firm. Everything we do from our mission to help our clients achieve their investment objectives, to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is achieved because of the dedicated, talented, collaborative people who work here.

GW&K provides comprehensive benefits that are designed to meet the long-term needs of our employees and their families. Along with competitive compensation packages, we offer health and dental care coverage, employer-matched 401k, tuition reimbursement, parental leave and a variety of other benefits that support a healthy work/life balance in a hybrid environment.

 

 

GW&K Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.

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