About Hillspire

We are an integrated family office management company serving all the activities of Eric and Wendy Schmidt, including The Schmidt Family Foundation, the Schmidt Ocean Institute, and Schmidt Futures, and supporting 350+ employees worldwide.

 

Our Values

 

  • Work as a team: Successful businesses are built from successful teams. We approach our philanthropy in the same way. 

  • Take ownership: We take ownership and pride in what we do. Being motivated by doing the right thing and by pursuing the best ideas, to help us achieve the greatest philanthropic outcomes.

  • Value the whole person: We value our teammates and colleagues as whole people, not just for their role or performance.

 

The Opportunity

 

The Hillspire Accounting & Finance team is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of information across all Schmidt entities. We’re building a world-class accounting team and strive for excellence in everything we do. 


As an Investment Accountant, you will be responsible for making sure the books are an

accurate representation of the entity's financial standing. You will also assist with processing of investment related transactions and reporting on the portfolio's performance. You will also have responsibility for financial and operational functions.


In this role you will

  • Perform daily accounting functions, including cash and account reconciliations, capital calls, distributions, and management fee expenses

  • Reconcile portfolio systems with ledger and maintain documentation behind transactions

  • Identify tax lots for daily processing of investment transactions

  • Ensure journal entries are booked and coded appropriately and in accordance with GAAP and tax reporting standards

  • Prepare schedules for the monthly close and prepare monthly financial statements

  • Participate in preparing tax schedules and gathering K-1's and assist with year-end tax reporting

  • Participates in annual audit cycle for Foundations; preparing required schedules needed for audit

  • Review financial information (e.g. valuations, quarterly capital statements, fund-level expenses, year-end financial statements)

  • Prepare internal financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system

  • Analyze information across entities to help develop reports and improve efficiencies

  • Other duties and projects as assigned


Your Experience

  • Highly detail-oriented

  • Ability to work in a small organization with an emphasis on teamwork

  • Proven effective written and verbal communications skills

  • Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, with a proven ability to meet deadlines

  • Thorough understanding of GAAP and accounting internal controls

  • Ability to be think strategically, but comfortable and prepared to be “hands-on”

  • Proficient in G Suite and Microsoft Office, with exceptional Excel skills (vlookups; pivot tables)

  • Strong desire to learn and excel in a fast paced team based environment

  • Knowledge of NetSuite, Advent APX, a plus


 

We Offer

  • Top of the line medical, dental, and vision insurance options with zero to little paycheck contributions from you 

  • 15 days of paid vacation, 15 observed holidays and up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

  • 40 hours of paid time for volunteer community service to help you give back and support the communities you live and work in

  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and a company match of up to $12,500 after three months of employment to help save for your future

  • Wellness benefits including reimbursements for gym memberships, massage, golf green fees, national park admission and home gym equipment

  • COVID-19 related financial assistance including tutoring and child care

  • Education benefits of up to $5,000 per year to be used toward your continuing education, including certifications or personal interests

  • Pre Tax commuter benefits

 

Hillspire is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. Hillspire does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws or prohibited by Company policy. Hillspire also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.
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