2026 Corporate Accounting Co-op

About General Atlantic

General Atlantic is a leading global investor with more than four and a half decades of experience providing capital and strategic support for over 830 companies throughout its history. Established in 1980, General Atlantic continues to be a dedicated partner to visionary founders and investors seeking to build dynamic businesses and create long term value. Guided by the conviction that entrepreneurs can be incredible agents of transformational change, the firm combines a collaborative global approach, sector specific expertise, a long-term investment horizon, and a deep understanding of growth drivers to partner with and scale innovative businesses around the world. The firm leverages its patient capital, operational expertise, and global platform to support a diversified investment platform spanning Growth Equity, Credit, Climate, and Sustainable Infrastructure strategies. General Atlantic manages approximately $118 billion in assets under management, inclusive of all strategies, as of September 30, 2025, with more than 900 professionals in 20 countries across five regions. For more information on General Atlantic, please visit: www.generalatlantic.com.

Position Summary

This individual will assist the corporate accounting team by performing monthly and quarterly close activities, preparing financial packages and materials for review by senior management, assisting in the preparation of consolidated financial statements, and maintaining documentation for the corporate accounting team.

Responsibilities 

• Assist with monthly and quarterly close activities, including recording journal entries and performing account reconciliations


• Participate in the preparation of General Atlantic’s consolidated financial statements


• Assist in the preparation of monthly and ad hoc financial presentations to senior management

Qualifications 

• Are currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution in the US


• Strong record of academic achievement with a minimum GPA of 3.5 overall and in major (on a 4.0 scale), strongly preferred


• Academic concentration in Finance or Accounting


• Strong Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, etc.)


• Strong PowerPoint skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Proven track record of achievement in academic, leadership, and other settings


• Creative and able to solve problems


• Proactive, positive, and professional work ethic


• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to deliver work product of high quality and accuracy


• Are fundamentally an intellectually curious, resourceful, and team-driven person

GA Value

• Competitive compensation at $28-35 an hour


• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training


• Collaborative and inclusive work culture with opportunities for advancement

General Atlantic is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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