Senior Fund Accountant

Overview

• Lead fund accounting and financial reporting for hedge and private equity fund vehicles.
• Collaborate with third-party administrators to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
• Enhance processes and reporting systems for scalability and accuracy.
• Support fund structuring, setup, and onboarding activities.
• Monitor cash positions, liquidity, and reconciliations for fund operations.
• Ensure compliance with fund documents and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Investor Relations and Legal.
• Manage relationships with fund managers, custodians, and service providers.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and implement processes for servicing hedge and private equity funds.
• Oversee fund administrators and service providers, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Prepare and review financial reports, capital statements, and audited financials.
• Define and maintain operating policies and procedures for fund operations.
• Monitor fund cash reserves and manage subscription sizes to underlying funds.
• Collaborate with the Compliance team to meet regulatory filing requirements.
• Enhance automation of key processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Support ad-hoc tasks and initiatives as required by the organization.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fund accounting or financial reporting.
• Proficiency in fund structuring, NAV calculations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage complex financial data.
• Experience with hedge and private equity fund operations preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory filings such as SEC and FINRA is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with cross-functional teams.