Fund Accountant

Overview

• Manage fund accounting, administration, and reporting for registered funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for NAV calculations, subscription and redemption activities, and performance metrics.
• Prepare and review fund regulatory reporting and disclosures for SEC filings.
• Coordinate external administrators, auditors, and internal teams for audits and compliance processes.
• Analyze new accounting standards and prepare policy memos for transactions.
• Work with technology teams to automate manual processes and enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Tax, Legal, and Portfolio Management for comprehensive fund management.
• Review financial information for investor communications, internal reporting, and ad hoc analyses.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee day-to-day fund accounting and administration tasks, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Validate corporate-level activities, NAV allocations, and performance calculations.
• Coordinate with external auditors for year-end audits and SOX compliance.
• Prepare Audit Committee and Board of Director materials with detailed financial insights.
• Analyze financial impacts of new accounting standards on fund operations.
• Enhance operational efficiency by collaborating with technology teams for process automation.
• Support investor services teams with accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements through meticulous reporting and disclosures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fund accounting; 5 years preferred.
• Proficiency in regulatory reporting and SEC filing processes.
• Strong knowledge of NAV calculations, performance metrics, and fund administration.
• Experience coordinating audits and ensuring SOX compliance.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders effectively.
• Familiarity with automation tools and technology-driven process improvements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills for preparing financial reports and policy memos.