Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Fund Accountant Overview

• The Senior Fund Accountant role focuses on managing daily fund operations and financial reporting for private equity and hybrid funds.
• Collaborate with external fund administrators to ensure accurate accounting and reporting practices.
• Analyze financial data, perform reconciliations, and support fund business activities.
• Contribute to compliance with fund governing documents and investment management agreements.
• Engage in detailed reviews of NAVs, investment positions, and transaction accuracy.
• Prepare and validate management fees and waterfall calculations for fund compliance.
• Support ILPA-compliant reporting, capital call notices, and investor statements.
• Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Senior Fund Accountant Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Review NAVs prepared by external fund administrators for private equity funds.
• Verify investment positions and ensure transaction accuracy across portfolios.
• Analyze fund governing documents to ensure proper application of terms.
• Validate management fees and waterfall calculations for compliance.
• Monitor investment transactions and prepare portfolio track records.
• Review ILPA-compliant capital call notices and investor reports.
• Perform carried interest allocation and analytics on movement.
• Prepare ad-hoc reporting and deliverables as required.

Senior Fund Accountant Job Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3-7 years of fund accounting or audit experience in private equity.
• CPA or CA certification is mandatory for this role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to work across levels.
• Detail-oriented with a solutions-based approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of private equity and hedge fund industry is required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and growing environment.