Fund Accountant

Overview

• Lead financial operations for a flagship fund with over $2 billion in equity commitments.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to implement financial best practices supporting platform growth.
• Coordinate reporting calendars and oversee fund entity reporting processes.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
• Work closely with private credit teams on investment accounting and valuation processes.
• Manage liquidity forecasting and collaborate with treasury teams for effective fund operations.
• Serve as a key liaison for auditors and tax accountants, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of fund structures across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Design and implement operational and financial best practices in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Coordinate reporting calendars and oversee preparation of financial statements and investor communications.
• Ensure accurate accounting for complex investments in compliance with US GAAP.
• Participate in quarterly board meetings and present financial analyses.
• Assist in fair value investment valuation processes with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and review deliverables including investor requests, regulatory reporting, and fund performance data.
• Collaborate with treasury teams for liquidity management and forecasting.
• Act as the primary contact for auditors and tax accountants, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fund accounting, with preference for 7 years.
• Proficiency in US GAAP and experience with investment accounting systems.
• Strong knowledge of fund structures across multiple jurisdictions.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage reporting calendars and deliverables.
• Experience in liquidity management and forecasting processes.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external auditors.
• Executive-level experience in financial operations and strategic planning.