Vice President, Fund Accounting

Overview

• Lead fund accounting operations for private equity funds in a hybrid work environment.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver high-quality financial services.
• Oversee strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering growth and excellence.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Provide technical accounting expertise to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in technology automation and process improvement initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between clients, external auditors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead and manage fund accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables.
• Oversee Net Asset Value calculations and financial statement preparation.
• Review fund-specific expenses, including management fees and carried interest.
• Coordinate external audit processes and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business objectives.
• Collaborate with client integration teams for onboarding and conversions.
• Evaluate team performance and provide coaching and professional development.
• Facilitate effective communication across departments and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; CPA or CFA preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in private equity accounting, with leadership exposure.
• Proficiency in US GAAP and fund accounting platforms like FIS Investran.
• Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for client and team interactions.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and general ledger reviews.
• Knowledge of waterfall structures and private equity fund operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.