Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Fund Accountant Overview

• The Senior Fund Accountant role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to a private equity firm's financial operations and reporting.
• Work closely with a lean finance team, including the CFO and Director of Finance, ensuring seamless fund accounting processes.
• Engage with investment teams, investor relations, and external service providers to support financial accuracy and compliance.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment with a strong culture, team events, and professional growth opportunities.
• Benefit from unique perks such as summer remote weeks, daily lunches, and annual retreats.
• Leverage advanced tools and systems, including Investran, to enhance reporting and automation initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvement projects, driving efficiency and innovation in fund accounting operations.
• This position is ideal for experienced professionals seeking impactful roles in private equity finance.

Senior Fund Accountant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Coordinate quarterly fund closings with administrators, reviewing NAV, financial statements, and partner capital allocations.
• Review and validate capital calls, distributions, management fees, and carried interest calculations.
• Support valuation processes, including data preparation and committee material development.
• Manage annual audits, acting as the primary liaison for auditors and fund administrators.
• Oversee tax compliance processes, including K-1 reviews and payments coordination.
• Prepare investor reports and responses to due diligence questionnaires alongside Investor Relations.
• Handle cash management, bank reconciliations, and investment funding activities.
• Drive automation and technology initiatives to streamline accounting and reporting processes.

Senior Fund Accountant Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in fund accounting, ideally including Big 4 asset management audit.
• Proficiency in US GAAP for investment companies, LPA mechanics, and distribution waterfalls.
• Experience with fund structures, including parallel funds, feeders, blockers, and SPVs.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with FIS™ Investran is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently within a lean team structure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for stakeholder collaboration.