Lead impactful fund accounting operations at a global investment firm. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance financial reporting processes. Gain exposure to complex fund structures and strategic initiatives.
Vice President, Fund Accounting
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Job Description
Overview
- Lead fund accounting operations for private funds and related entities in a hybrid work environment.
- Manage quarterly closes, fund audits, and collaborate with investment and operations teams.
- Drive process improvements and ensure compliance with SEC custody rules and legal documents.
- Produce capital statements, holdings reports, and financial statements for investors.
- Collaborate on fund launches, investments, and liquidations while managing complex fund structures.
- Calculate management fees, incentive fees, carried interest, and expense reimbursements accurately.
- Represent accounting at private fund board meetings and foster team collaboration.
- Enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency through analytical and technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Oversee end-to-end accounting and financial reporting for private funds and related entities.
- Manage quarterly financial closes and lead fund audits with precision.
- Collaborate with investment and operations teams to ensure seamless processes.
- Ensure compliance with SEC custody rules and legal documents.
- Prepare and distribute capital statements, holdings reports, and financial statements.
- Calculate fees including management fees, incentive fees, and carried interest.
- Participate in fund board meetings and represent accounting perspectives.
- Drive continuous improvements in reporting and operational processes.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- Minimum of 7 years of fund accounting experience; 10 years preferred.
- Progress towards CPA certification highly desirable.
- Strong communication, analytical, and spreadsheet skills essential.
- Expertise in private funds, hedge funds, or similar investment accounting.
- Authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship required.
- Proven ability to manage complex fund structures and compliance requirements.
- Experience with fee calculations and financial reporting for investment entities.
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