Full-Time

Assistant Controller

Corporate Accounting

Updated on 11/20/2024

Yieldstreet

Yieldstreet

201-500 employees

Platform for alternative investments access

Fintech
Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$150kAnnually

+ Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Requires onsite presence in New York City for three days per week.

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Controller
Management Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
NetSuite
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA or equivalent certification required.
  • 10+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a corporate accounting environment.
  • Experience with Broker Dealer or SEC Reporting preferred.
  • Public Accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Experience with Netsuite is a plus.
  • Leadership - ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster high standards, act as a role model and in the best interests of the team, firm and clients.
  • Problem Solving - ability to identify the cause and effects of issues and analyze existing and external information to come up with appropriate solutions.
  • Planning/Organizing - prioritize and plan work activities for self and team proactively, use time efficiently, and maintain a high level of organization.
  • Diligence and Attention to Detail - demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor own work to ensure quality control of all work products of self and others.
  • Communication - speak clearly and professionally, create polished and complete documents, ensure top quality work product, and present data effectively.
  • Results Oriented - understand and analyze work product, apply critical thinking to ensure accuracy and high quality of deliverables, willingness to analyze, innovate and improve workflow processes.
Responsibilities
  • Oversee the accounting operations of all corporate entities (Yieldstreet, Cadre, etc.), including control systems, transaction-processing operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Lead accounting team members by providing subject matter expertise, coordinating special projects, cross training and other areas as needed.
  • Oversee all financial reporting and accounting processes, including financial review and analysis, preparing account reconciliations and accruals and overall maintenance of the Company's accounting records.
  • Review and approve all general ledger accounting entries, including journal entries; accruals, prepaids and estimates; fixed assets and intangible accounts.
  • Responsible for maintaining and enhancing proper internal financial controls and processes. Drive process documentation and enhancement reviews including writing, reviewing and maintaining relevant standard operating procedures.
  • Responsible for overseeing broker-dealer financial regulatory reporting: including monthly FOCUS report, capital computations, segregation and secured reporting, weekly customer reserve and other related computations.
  • Work with Strategic Finance team to assist with quarterly board packages as well as management reporting including weekly cash forecasts, monthly budget to actuals and full year financial forecasts.
  • Drive efficiencies across all management company accounting functions through multiple means including, onboarding of new systems and redesigning processes.
  • Lead annual financial and regulatory audit processes entailing coordinating with the auditors, and preparing lead schedules analytics and footnotes for consolidated financial statements.
  • Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for corporate.
  • Oversee the consolidation of financial statements for the entire entity, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly supporting schedules for complex accounting matters such as revenue recognition, software development costs, VIE analysis, warrants, stock-based compensation expense, convertible notes etc.
  • Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Ensure robust internal controls are in place and operating effectively across the organization.

Yieldstreet provides a platform for individual investors to access alternative investments like real estate, private credit, and private equity, which are typically reserved for institutional investors. The company stands out by rigorously vetting investment opportunities, approving only 10% of evaluated deals to ensure high-quality options for its users. Its user-friendly platform allows investors to customize their portfolios and connect with private market professionals. The goal is to help individuals diversify their investments and achieve consistent returns, especially during unstable market conditions.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$225.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-12%

1 year growth

-9%

2 year growth

-5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Yieldstreet's strategic acquisition of Cadre enhances its leadership position in the private market investment space.
  • The partnership with Wilshire allows Yieldstreet to offer even more diversified private market portfolios to its clients.
  • The appointment of experienced executives like Michael Weisz and Ted Yarbrough strengthens the company's leadership and strategic direction.

What critics are saying

  • The alternative investment market is highly competitive, requiring Yieldstreet to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • The platform's focus on high-quality vetting may limit the number of available investment opportunities, potentially constraining growth.

What makes Yieldstreet unique

  • Yieldstreet democratizes access to alternative investments, traditionally reserved for institutional investors, making them accessible to a broader audience.
  • The platform's rigorous vetting process, approving only 10% of evaluated deals, ensures high-quality investment opportunities for its users.
  • Yieldstreet offers a broader selection of alternative asset classes than any other platform, providing extensive diversification options.

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