Staff Accountant
Altriarch
Accounting & Finance
Charleston, SC, USA
Job Title: Staff Accountant
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Charleston, SC
Company: Altriarch Asset Management
Reports to: Vice President, Finance & Chief Compliance Officer
About the Company
Altriarch is a leading private credit asset management firm specializing in asset-based lending (ABL). Founded in 2021 in Charleston, SC, the firm manages capital on behalf of institutional and private investors nationwide. Altriarch delivers flexible credit solutions to middle-market companies, structuring loans secured by receivables, inventory, equipment, and other assets to unlock working capital and fuel growth.
Position Overview
The Staff Accountant at Altriarch will be a key contributor to the Finance & Accounting team, taking ownership of core accounting operations while playing an active role in corporate accounting, fund accounting, financial reporting and operations support. This full-time role requires a self-starter with strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations:
- Oversee and manage daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations; ensure accuracy of the general ledger and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Own the accounts payable and accounts receivable process, payment cycle management, customer billing, daily cash reconciliation, and collections monitoring.
- Support financial reporting activities including weekly reporting, variance analysis, and preparation of management reporting packages for senior leadership.
- Bolster the broader Finance & Accounting team’s organization and communication efforts.
Month-End Close & Audit Support:
- Lead and execute journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure timely and accurate month-end and quarter-end closes.
- Assist in reviewing fund administrator reports while running internal books and records.
- Assist with external audits and support corporate finance initiatives including debt facility compliance, lender reporting, and investor reporting requirements.
Compliance & Process Improvement:
- Support fund accounting and operations, including NAV calculations, capital call and distribution processing, investor allocations, loan tape and other reconciliations.
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls, ensuring adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and drive improvements in accounting processes, workflows, and systems with a focus on automation and process efficiency.
- Support cross-functional projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 2-5 years of accounting experience, with demonstrated exposure to corporate finance, fund accounting and/or FP&A preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger management.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Investran, QuickBooks, or similar).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a collaborative mindset.
Preferred:
- Experience in Private Credit, Private Equity, Asset Management, Factoring or broader Financial Services.
- Involvement in software implementation, particularly accounting or financial systems.
Key Competencies
- Operational Excellence: Skilled in designing and optimizing financial processes and systems for scalability.
- Analytical Rigor: Strong quantitative skills and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
- Communication: Clear and persuasive communicator with the ability to influence across departments and levels.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align financial strategy with long-term business goals and market dynamics.
- Integrity & Judgment: High ethical standards and sound decision-making in complex financial scenarios.
- Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Location & Work Environment
This position is based out of Altriarch’s Charleston, SC headquarters.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for professional growth, exposure to senior leadership and increased responsibility over time.