Senior Fund Accountant

Overview

• Join a leading financial services firm as a Senior Fund Accountant, contributing to the management of private investments and special purpose vehicles (SPVs).
• Utilize your expertise in fund accounting to design and implement effective financial controls and scalable infrastructure.
• Engage in diverse accounting tasks, including reconciliations, valuations, and capital calls/distributions, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Collaborate across departments to review and process transactions, resolving discrepancies effectively and maintaining operational efficiency.
• Monitor and evaluate third-party service providers to ensure accurate financial records and optimal performance.
• Contribute to strategic process design and reporting, providing timely insights to support decision-making.
• Leverage auditing experience to assess investment positions, valuation models, and performance analysis.
• Support the implementation of innovative solutions to enhance workflow and operational quality.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare accurate internal and external financial reports for private investments and SPVs.
• Ensure compliance with documented policies and procedures during operating transactions.
• Perform fund accounting tasks, including reconciliations, valuation information, and NAV package reviews.
• Monitor third-party service providers to ensure financial accuracy and operational alignment.
• Collaborate with Middle Office and Tax departments to review and process transactions effectively.
• Audit investment positions, valuation models, and performance analysis to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assess transaction information capture and recommend process or system enhancements.
• Provide technical expertise and resources to support organizational goals and objectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of public accounting or equivalent experience, particularly in alternative asset management.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards, including U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
• Proficiency in general ledger and private equity/SPV accounting software.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex documents and summarize key facts.
• Proven experience in managing client relationships and motivating team members.
• Excellent project and time management skills, with a performance-driven mindset.
• Familiarity with AI tools for efficiency and workflow improvement.