Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting

Job DetailExperience Level ExecutiveDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000020414Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Fund Administration;Private Equity;Real EstateSelling Points Lead fund accounting operations for a globally recognized fund administrator. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance client relationships in real estate investment accounting. Gain exposure to sophisticated alternative investment clients.Job DescriptionSenior Vice President, Fund Accounting OverviewThe Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting role offers an exciting opportunity to lead fund accounting operations for a global fund administrator.Drive strategic initiatives and oversee fund accounting processes for real estate and real assets clients.Collaborate with executive teams and business development to enhance client relationships and service offerings.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, KPIs, and service level agreements across fund accounting operations.Lead a team of accounting professionals, focusing on training, development, and operational excellence.Contribute to risk management programs and quality assurance initiatives specific to real estate fund accounting.Participate in SOC 1 audits and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.Join a globally recognized fund administrator with exposure to sophisticated alternative investment clients.Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting Key Responsibilities & DutiesLead fund accounting and operations teams for North America real estate and real assets clients.Provide industry expertise and technical accounting knowledge to clients and internal teams.Develop operating plans, assess client servicing needs, and implement technology solutions.Ensure timely and accurate delivery of client reports and ad hoc requests.Coordinate onboarding and transition plans for new client integrations.Oversee staffing, hiring, and training for fund accounting and shared services teams.Participate in risk and quality assurance programs specific to real estate offerings.Contribute to SOC 1 audits and ensure compliance with accounting and regulatory standards.Senior Vice President, Fund Accounting Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.15+ years of fund accounting experience, with 5-10 years in real estate investment accounting.Proficiency in partnership agreements, NAV packages, and financial reporting.Strong knowledge of real estate fund structures, investment accounting rules, and tax reporting requirements.Experience with Yardi software and advanced Microsoft Office tools.Proven management skills in overseeing investment and asset-level accounting teams.Excellent communication skills and ability to manage client relationships effectively.Familiarity with business planning, budgeting, and P&L management.