Senior Fund Accountant

We are partnering with a growing organization in the investment management industry seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join its accounting team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with 1–4 years of relevant experience who wants to expand their knowledge of investment fund accounting while building a long-term career with a growing company.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This position offers exposure to a variety of investment structures, opportunities to improve processes, and the potential for advancement as the organization continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities for investment funds, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and expense tracking.
• Assist with capital calls, investor distributions, redemptions, and other investment-related transactions.
• Review and calculate management fees, advisory fees, and carried interest.
• Support monthly closing activities and net asset value (NAV) calculations.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, investor reports, and capital account statements.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, supporting schedules, and financial documentation.
• Assist with annual audits and tax preparation by coordinating with external accounting professionals.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while ensuring compliance with established policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal departments to obtain financial information and support reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a strong accounting background.
• 1–4 years of relevant accounting experience , preferably in fund accounting, fund administration, investment management, or public accounting supporting investment funds.
• Understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Familiarity with private equity, private credit, real estate investments, or other alternative investment structures.
• Experience with reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and month-end close processes.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with multi-currency funds, foreign-currency investments, or international transactions is a plus.
• Interval fund accounting or related financial reporting experience is a plus.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus, but not required.