Director, Fund Accounting

Overview

• Lead fund accounting operations for a high-profile private equity client in a hybrid work arrangement.
• Drive financial reporting and investor communication processes for complex private equity structures.
• Collaborate with executive-level clients and internal teams to ensure seamless fund administration.
• Manage and mentor a team of accountants, fostering professional growth and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and partnership agreements, delivering accurate financial statements.
• Contribute to the expansion of the Dallas office, shaping its operational framework.
• Utilize advanced technology platforms to enhance efficiency and quality of fund administration.
• Engage in strategic projects, leveraging expertise in mezzanine, credit, and loan origination investments.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Direct daily accounting and fund administration activities for multiple investment sponsors.
• Prepare and review workpapers, accruals, financial statements, and investor allocations.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, auditors, lawyers, and banking personnel.
• Lead and coach a team of accountants across various levels of expertise.
• Oversee fund deliverables setup, including capital calls, distributions, and waterfall calculations.
• Ensure thorough review and sign-off of deliverables before final approval.
• Manage special projects and adapt to dynamic changes in processes and procedures.
• Utilize advanced Microsoft Suite tools for reporting and communication tasks.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance; CPA certification preferred.
• 8+ years of fund accounting experience, with 5+ years in supervisory roles.
• Expertise in private equity fund administration and complex financial products.
• Proficiency in capital calls, distributions, and waterfall model calculations.
• Strong understanding of partnership agreements and investment legal documents.
• Advanced skills in US GAAP reporting for investment funds and companies.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.