Firm Overview
H.I.G. Capital is a leading global private equity investment firm with $68 billion of assets under management with a focus on the mid cap segment of the market. The H.I.G. family of funds includes private equity, growth equity, real estate, direct lending, special situation credit, and growth-stage healthcare. We focus on providing capital to businesses with attractive growth potential and align ourselves with committed management teams and entrepreneurs to help grow businesses of significant value. Our team of over 500 investment professionals has substantial operating, consulting, technology, and financial management experience, enabling us to contribute meaningfully to our portfolio companies. H.I.G. is based in Miami, with offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, and affiliate offices in Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, and Paris in Europe as well as Bogotá, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo in Latin America, Dubai in the Middle East, and Hong Kong in Asia.
Role Overview
Due to growth, we are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to join our Coral Gables, Florida office. This role is pivotal in overseeing the financial operations and reporting for our General Partner (GP) entities. The Accounting Manager will work closely with senior
management to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective financial management of our GP operations. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, the Accounting Manager will be responsible for the oversight of accounting and financial reporting activities of the GP entities.
Role Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and oversee the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, reports, and analyses for GP entities. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and firm policies.
- Audit and Compliance: Coordinate and manage internal and external audits. Address any audit findings and implement corrective actions. Understand and mitigate key elements of the company’s financial risk profile, including the establishment and monitoring of reliable internal controls.
- Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to support decision-making processes. Provide insights into financial performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
- Cash Management: Oversee cash management and liquidity for GP entities. Monitor cash flows, manage capital calls, and ensure adequate liquidity to meet operational needs.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations. Develop and maintain strong internal controls.
- Team Leadership: Collaborate across internal finance, operations, legal, and tax teams in order to champion initiatives of the GP finance and operations platform and ensure its success.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is strongly preferred.
- 5 – 10 years of experience related to alternative investments in private industry (e.g., hedge fund, private equity, bank, administrator, etc.) or public accounting.
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting ERP systems (Workday or Investran a plus).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively interact with senior management, external auditors, and other stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of financial management and reporting.
- Must have the ability to influence people and arrive at good solutions collaboratively and constructively.
- Must demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills including in-depth analyses and the resolution of complex problems.
- Must have the ability to work independently and to perform tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
