Fund Accounting Manager - Real Estate

Fund Accounting Manager (Real Estate) Location: Chicago, IL JOB DESCRIPTION Manage the client deliverables related to the NAV process, including financial statements, investor statements, capital call notices, distribution notices, and other ad‑hoc reporting as required Training, reviewing and oversight of Analyst/Associate/Senior Associates staff dedicated to your assigned group of funds Identify and execute on efficiency and process‑improvement opportunities and communicate improvements to business unit leaders and other internal teams Adhere to compliance requirements and identify and communicate risks Review and calculate complex management fees, incentive fees, capital calls, and allocations Interact directly with clients on weekly/monthly calls and ad‑hoc as required Coordinate with Client Service team to manage deadlines and client expectations Work with members of the Financial Control, Client Service, Implementation, and Technology teams to streamline production and enhance policies and procedures Recruit, train, manage and develop a team of accounting and financial‑reporting professionals Ensure strong internal and external communications on status, issues and expectations Oversee and manage the interactions with the fund‑client auditors Review all FS tables including CF, FIHI, Fair Value, etc. and limited exposure to footnotes YOUR PROFILE Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other business‑related field with substantive and relevant work experience 6+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the financial services industry, but not required Proactive interest in learning, inquiring on, and mastering new investment concepts, accounting rules, and service processes required Experience managing and directly overseeing a team required Proactive, client‑oriented approach with strong verbal and written communication skills Communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external parties to meet deadlines and resolve issues Outstanding organization, prioritization, and attention to detail Ability to remain poised in a deadline‑driven environment Direct fund administration experience, exposure to private equity, credit, and real estate funds and concepts a plus CPA or CPA eligibility a plus Salary range depending on experience: $110,000‑$130,000. WHAT WE OFFER Support for professional accreditations Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday! Continuous mentoring along your career progression Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan Plus additional local benefits depending on your location Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr