Junior Finance Associate

Pzena Investment Management, LLC is a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer managing approximately $80 billion in global equity assets. We provide equity investment management services for institutional investors, leading corporate, public and individual clients on a world-wide basis by way of separate accounts, sub-advised mutual funds, and other commingled vehicles since our firm founding in 1995. Our team of over 165 employees is mostly based in our headquarters in Manhattan and we have additional offices in London, Dublin and Melbourne. We are a growing company, in the size of our team, our locations, and our assets under management. We seek partners, not just employees, at every level in the firm and are looking for an exceptional new team member to grow with us. At Pzena, we invest in your career and have a strong track record of internal mobility. Position Overview As a key member of the finance team, you will play an important role supporting the full scope of the department’s financial operations, including (but not limited to) the monthly financial statement close process, accounting and treasury operations, and external financial reporting. We are looking for a team player who is highly collaborative and motivated to develop a broad technical skill set within the financial services industry. The ideal candidate demonstrates ownership, a high degree of organization, reliability, accountability, and strong attention to detail. Success in this role means being proactive, positive, and eager to learn. Core Responsibilities Assist with the month-end close process Support financial operations across cash/accounts payable, revenue, prepaids, fixed assets, and accrued expenses Serve as the point person for revenue invoicing, accounts receivable collections, maintaining the AP inbox and processing T&E reimbursements Partner with team members to deliver high quality reporting that meets management, GAAP and regulatory requirements Assist with external audit requests Contribute to various special projects designed to enhance overall operational excellence Proactively identify opportunities to optimize financial operations by leveraging technology Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Accounting or Finance preferred 0-2 years of experience; prior experience supporting a finance or accounting team is preferred Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required Experience with NetSuite is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills Ability to prioritize, multitask, and complete high-quality work under strict deadlines Qualities & Attributes Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and teamwork, acting as a collaborative team player who is professional, respectful, honest, open to ideas, and willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done well with the team Exemplifies diligence and strong attention to detail by producing accurate, thorough work and monitoring their own output to ensure quality Maintains professionalism when handling confidential information, displaying a polished, professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills. Results oriented and a self-starter, applying critical thinking across their scope of work to deliver high-quality outcomes in timely manner. Exhibits dependability by consistently contributing as a productive, positive team member, responding to direction and feedback, and seeking input to improve performance. Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 USD Annually The actual base salary may vary depending on factors, including, but not limited to location, work experience, education, training, skill level, and market conditions. At Pzena Investment Management, base salary is just one component of the total compensation, which may include, year-end discretionary bonus and employee benefits. At this time, Pzena Investment Management will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position. Working at Pzena We are committed to the success and wellbeing of our employees. We offer benefits to support the health and wellness of our employees and their families, such as additional health cover, life assurance, income protection, pension, and firm contributions to causes important to our employees through firm Charitable Giving and Charitable Matching programs. Additionally, the firm supports the professional growth of our team by offering a Mentorship Program, Lunch & Learns, and sponsoring workgroups and committees to recommend business improvements. We are proud of our culture and enjoy coming together as a firm; you can look forward to team building activities in local offices and as a global firm including social events, holiday events, monthly birthday parties, Pizza Thursdays, recharging with healthy snacks, and more. Pzena Investment Management is an affirmative action – equal opportunity employer. We value all forms of diversity and are committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all. We believe that multiple points of view, from different backgrounds and experiences, contributes positively to our culture and work. We welcome and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to join our team. For a reasonable accommodation request, please contact [email protected]. Privacy Policy: https://www.pzena.com/cookie-policy/