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About Cresset

Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimized—integrated, intentional, and aligned with each client’s vision of success.

We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first.

Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firm—one focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Recognized by Barron’s and Forbes among the nation’s top RIA firms, and as one of the industry’s best places to work,* Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction or investment history spreadsheets.
• Generate client cash reports using Quickbooks accounting software for monthly client deliverables and for in-house review of client disbursements and updating disbursement reports.
• Alerting Partner or Accounting Manager to possible client asset protection issues.
• Downloading data from brokerage, bank and credit card accounts online into GL System for efficient and accurate record keeping.
• Review client disbursements for accuracy in payment and coding.
• Perform monthly account and bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of records, reviewing same work when staff accountant is available to perform reconciliations.
• Performing work of staff accountant when position is either missing or temporarily out of office.

Accountabilities

• Maintain accurate books and records for clients personal and business activities.
• Accurate and timely processing of personal bills for high-net-worth clientele using accounting software provided (Quickbooks Online and Bill.com). Position interacts daily with client and 3rd parties to collect vital data.
• Primary manager of client cash account and must ensure sufficient funds are available for forecasted and extraordinary items such as capital calls and construction progress payments.
• Ensure confidentiality of client’s records and files when dealing with client staff and 3rd party advisors. Discreetly hold and manage online access codes for banks, brokerage, credit card and utility accounts.
• Coach and mentor staff and be a knowledgeable resource for basic accounting, software needs and proper communication techniques
• Report to Accounting Manager on the day to day tasks and deliverables for client activity and workflow/process to improve productivity.

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field preferred.
• 4-6 years Accounting experience. Preferably with individual accounting and bill pay, small companies or family office.

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills; detail-oriented; team player.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Bill.com preferred.

What We Offer:

At Cresset, we focus on people first. As a service business, our people are our assets. Engaging our clients and employees is our highest priority.  Starting base salary is $80,000 - $90,000.  Salary will be based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, licenses/certifications, industry knowledge, and geographic location. Cresset offers a competitive compensation package including an annual incentive and a benefits package to all full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, voluntary critical and accident insurance, and pre-tax parking and transportation programs. Aligning employee and organizational interests, all employees receive equity in Cresset.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Cresset to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is Cresset’s policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Everything Starts With Culture.

Our Vision

We exist to optimize wealth and elevate life—giving clients the time, clarity, and trusted partnership to pursue what matters most.

Our Values

*Disclosures related to awards, recognitions, and rankings available here.

Cresset refers to Cresset Capital Management, and all its respective subsidiaries and affiliates. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, also conducts advisory business under the names of Cresset Sports & Entertainment, CH Investment Partners, and Cresset Capital. Cresset provides investment advisory, family office, and other services to individuals, families, and institutional clients. Cresset also provides investment advisory services to investment vehicles investing in private equity, real estate, and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC is an SEC registered investment advisor. SEC registration does not imply any specific level of skill or training.