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Fund Accountant

Korn Ferry

Fund Accountant (Contract)


We are partnering with a leading investment management firm to hire two Fund Accountants to support a newly launched $20B private real estate fund. These consultants will join the finance and fund operations team during a high-volume period, playing a critical role in quarter-end close, financial reporting, and fund accounting cleanup initiatives.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support quarter-end close processes for a large private real estate fund
  • Assist with fund accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
  • Perform account analysis and resolve outstanding accounting items
  • Prepare and review journal entries, supporting schedules, and working papers
  • Partner with finance and fund operations teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting
  • Investigate discrepancies and maintain strong financial controls
  • Contribute to ad hoc accounting and operational projects as needed
Qualifications:
  • 3-6 years of experience in fund accounting, private equity, or investment management accounting
  • Prior experience with private funds; real estate fund experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, and close processes
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Title Fund Accountant


Location New York, New York - Onsite


Client Industry Real Estate Fund


Compensation 100,000 -135,000


Ref ID 1688544

About Korn Ferry


Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at
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