Finance Associate

Finance Associate — Private Equity Firm (NYC)

Finance Associate seat at a private equity firm in New York. Hybrid role spanning FP&A, accounting, and valuations, with direct exposure to the Controller, CFO, and deal team. Well suited for someone two to five years into their career who wants a cross functional view of how a private equity platform operates.

Responsibilities:

• Support the quarterly close and financial reporting process for the management company and fund entities
• Build and maintain FP&A models covering management company budgeting, headcount planning, and expense forecasting
• Assist with the quarterly valuation process including data gathering, model review, and supporting documentation
• Prepare materials for LP reporting, board meetings, and internal management reviews
• Partner with the deal team on portfolio company financial analysis and ad hoc projects
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in reporting, systems, and processes

Background:

• 2 to 5 years of experience in public accounting, FP&A, valuations, or a combination of the above
• CPA or CPA track preferred but not required
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Exposure to private equity, alternative assets, or a private company environment is a plus
• Personable and collaborative, with the ability to work across accounting, deal team, and senior leadership
• Detail oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple workstreams

Compensation includes base, bonus, and a clear path for growth as the platform expands, targeting 150-200k total compensation. Hybrid schedule.