Fund Accountant

Overview

• Join a dynamic accounting team servicing hedge and private equity fund vehicles.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers for fund operations.
• Engage in financial reporting, including audited financials and tax deliverables.
• Utilize proprietary technology tools for maintaining investor and investment data.
• Contribute to defining and updating operating policies and procedures.
• Support cash management and reconciliation processes for fund operations.
• Participate in ad-hoc requests and special projects as needed.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, fund managers, and service providers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support ongoing fund operations effectively.
• Review NAV packages, capital events, and management fee calculations.
• Monitor cash positions, liquidity, and manage cash reserves.
• Run accounts payable and expense allocation processes accurately.
• Maintain investor and investment data using proprietary technology tools.
• Define, update, and maintain operating policies and procedures.
• Liaise with custodians, banks, and counterparties as needed.
• Fulfill ad-hoc requests and contribute to team projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in a relevant field is required.
• Entry-level position with a preference for candidates with 2 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting and financial reporting processes.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and proprietary technology tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for client and team interactions.
• Ability to manage cash positions and reconcile accounts effectively.
• Detail-oriented approach to reviewing financial documents and calculations.
• Capability to define and update operating policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to fulfill ad-hoc requests and contribute to team initiatives.