Public Company - Accounting and Reporting, Associate

About TPG

TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm, founded in San Francisco in 1992, with investment and operational teams around the world. TPG invests across a broadly diversified set of strategies, including private equity, impact, credit, real estate, and market solutions, and our unique strategy is driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Our teams combine deep product and sector experience with broad capabilities and expertise to develop differentiated insights and add value for our fund investors, portfolio companies, management teams, and communities.

TPG’s success depends on our people, and we build and sustain our world-class team by creating an inclusive, supportive culture within the firm that seeks excellence and encourages humility and transparency. The quality of our investments and our ability to build great companies depend on the originality of our insights. Reaching our firm’s full potential means supporting every team member to bring the fullness of their unique perspective to their work and to our community. We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace to foster diversity of thought and reflect the breadth of our limited partners and portfolio companies. 

Description of Position

TPG is seeking an associate to focus primarily on accounting, consolidation, and financial reporting processes for TPG Inc. and other entities consolidated into the public company financial statements. The ideal candidate will be a quick learner, self-driven individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with attention to precision. This is a position with considerable growth potential that will very quickly offer a great breadth of experience including consolidation management, accounting policy application, transaction review, financial reporting, and regular interaction with external auditors.

Principal Responsibilities 

• Prepare the quarterly close package and financial statements, including footnotes


• Maintain the elimination process within the consolidation system and reconcile to source general ledgers


• Prepare consolidated statements of cash flows


• Document internal controls over financial reporting processes


• Prepare various periodic internal analytical reports


• Assist with firm-wide ad hoc projects


• Review and document accounting implications of specific transactions

Requirements

• Accounting degree plus CPA, or equivalent if attained outside of the United States


• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting preferred; experience in Big Four, SEC reporting and investment company accounting a plus


• Ability to interact with senior members of external auditors and multiple internal stakeholders


• Strong financial analytics, data interpretation and financial modeling skills


• Data driven mindset and ability to add structure to fluid and/or ambiguous requests


• Ability to work both independently and in a team‐oriented environment across group lines to achieve goals


• Results oriented, strong organizational and time management skills with ability to multi‐task


• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices, analysis and reporting of financial data


• Resourceful, efficient, and professional with the ability to meet tight deadlines


• Proven acumen in leveraging Excel on an expert basis, experience with Workiva a plus


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills