Fund Accountant

Fund Administrator /AccountantLocation: Hackensack, New Jersey Type: ContractResponsibilitiesPrepare and/or Review Monthly/Quarterly NAV packagesRecord/Review trade information, income/expense activity and applies valuation of securities in the portfolio accounting systemPrepare/Review Processing of Capital Calls and DistributionsPrepare/Review Allocation of Fund level profits and losses to individual investors for preparation and distribution of investor statements in accordance to Fund Legal DocumentsPrepare/Review Calculation of Management Fees and Carried InterestReview and coordinate fund expense analysis and expense processingReview of various Fund Legal Documents, including Limited Partnership Agreements, Side Letters, and Private Placement MemorandumsInteraction and coordination with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to clients, auditors, and other groups within clientSupervise, train, and coach junior level new hires, including but not limited to providing technical and PC knowledge to themBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a business-related field or equivalent work experience5 to 8 years of related experience, preferably in portfolio partnership accounting, finance or portfolio managementPreferred Skills / ExperienceExperience working at a Private Equity Fund Manager, Alternative Investment Manager, Fund Administrator, Custodian Bank and/or other financial institutions with relevant knowledge and experienceThorough knowledge in accounting reporting and analysisAbility to identify and resolve/escalate complex problems with minimal guidanceAbility to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneouslyEffective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsProficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office applicationsSeniority LevelAssociateIndustryBankingAccountingIT Services and IT Consulting