Mesirow
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Mesirow is an independent, employee‑owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services.
Role Overview Accounting Analyst will have an academic background in accounting/finance and must be highly self‑motivated with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills. Working knowledge of MS Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is required. Advanced Excel is a plus.
Responsibilities
Daily Cash Projection:
Work closely with Accounting/Operations team in the preparation of internal cash flow projections
Coverage/Communication/Internal Updates:
Work alongside VP of Treasury to be cross‑trained on all Treasury responsibilities
Tax Estimates/Audit Confirmations:
Assist with annual audits/routine tax filings/payments as needed
Updating LMS files:
Assist with implementation/maintenance of loan management system (both internal and external)
Leverage Provider Communication/Docs:
Work with outside leverage provider to ensure sufficient cash on hand to fund investments/interest payments
Interest/Unused Fees:
Process interest/unused fee payments monthly and quarterly asset management fees
Advances/Paydowns:
Daily/weekly inputs/processing of loan activity
Data Inputs:
Input loan pool data weekly
Participation Files:
Communicate and compose outside participation activities monthly
Cash Downloads:
Reconcile all cash activity related to all funds and bank accounts
Interest Receivables:
Calculate/input interest outstanding at month end
Administrator Communication:
Communicate and upload necessary documents/files for fund administrator
SOFR Rate Changes:
Communicate monthly rate changes to portfolio companies
Quarterly Reporting to Leverage Provider:
Compose quarterly financials, compliance letters and covenants for reporting to bank
Deal Exposure Reporting Quarterly
Financial modeling as needed
Frequent ad hoc projects/requests as needed
Qualifications
Strong academic credentials
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance
0-2 years of work experience in accounting/finance
Must be extremely organized
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office, with expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
In accordance with the Connecticut Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $65,000 and $70,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which also provides the opportunity for a performance‑based bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
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Mesirow is an independent, employee‑owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services.
Role Overview Accounting Analyst will have an academic background in accounting/finance and must be highly self‑motivated with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills. Working knowledge of MS Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is required. Advanced Excel is a plus.
Responsibilities
Daily Cash Projection:
Work closely with Accounting/Operations team in the preparation of internal cash flow projections
Coverage/Communication/Internal Updates:
Work alongside VP of Treasury to be cross‑trained on all Treasury responsibilities
Tax Estimates/Audit Confirmations:
Assist with annual audits/routine tax filings/payments as needed
Updating LMS files:
Assist with implementation/maintenance of loan management system (both internal and external)
Leverage Provider Communication/Docs:
Work with outside leverage provider to ensure sufficient cash on hand to fund investments/interest payments
Interest/Unused Fees:
Process interest/unused fee payments monthly and quarterly asset management fees
Advances/Paydowns:
Daily/weekly inputs/processing of loan activity
Data Inputs:
Input loan pool data weekly
Participation Files:
Communicate and compose outside participation activities monthly
Cash Downloads:
Reconcile all cash activity related to all funds and bank accounts
Interest Receivables:
Calculate/input interest outstanding at month end
Administrator Communication:
Communicate and upload necessary documents/files for fund administrator
SOFR Rate Changes:
Communicate monthly rate changes to portfolio companies
Quarterly Reporting to Leverage Provider:
Compose quarterly financials, compliance letters and covenants for reporting to bank
Deal Exposure Reporting Quarterly
Financial modeling as needed
Frequent ad hoc projects/requests as needed
Qualifications
Strong academic credentials
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance
0-2 years of work experience in accounting/finance
Must be extremely organized
Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Advanced computer skills using Microsoft Office, with expertise in Excel and PowerPoint
In accordance with the Connecticut Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $65,000 and $70,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which also provides the opportunity for a performance‑based bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mesirow by 2x
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