Associate, Accounting

Harvard Management Company (HMC) manages Harvard University's endowment and related financial assets. The Associate in Accounting will be responsible for daily accounting and reporting of investment-related accounts, assisting with month-end and year-end closes, and providing accurate financial reporting to support the University.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the daily accounting and reporting of certain investment related accountsProvide timely direction and guidance to HMC’s fund administrator on their execution of transactions and valuations to ensure accounting and performance records are maintained accuratelyAssist in the monitoring and processing of accounts payable for the management companyReview travel & expense reporting for all internal employeesOwnership of vendor management and invoice resolution for the management companyAssist with month-end and year-end close procedures for the investment and non-investment accounts, including general ledger account reconciliationsAssist with preparation for annual fiscal year closes, various audits, and the management company budget process as neededSkillsB.S. in AccountingPrevious experience working in a corporate office environment (preferably in an accounting-related function)Detail-oriented and organized, with consistently high-quality workFlexible and able to adjust to changing priorities and deliverablesEffective communication skillsTeam-oriented and relationship-driven, with a practical, solutions-focused approachMust be a creative problem solver who leverages AI/data optimization to improve processesHighest level of integrity and character, and a commitment to excellenceProficiency with MS Excel is preferredBenefitsThis role is also eligible for an annual bonus.Company OverviewHarvard Management Company is an organization that manages the financial investments of the Harvard University. It is a sub-organization of Harvard University. It was founded in 1974, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://www.hmc.harvard.edu.



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