Senior Fund Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Fund Accountant to support a private equity organization in San Francisco, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with accounting expertise who can manage core fund and general ledger activities with minimal supervision. The role calls for someone who takes initiative, handles expense-related accounting accurately, and contributes to timely financial close and reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee month-end accounting activities, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to fund operations, expenses, and other general ledger activity.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing balances and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis to support accurate financial reporting.
• Complete bank reconciliations and investigate unmatched transactions or variances.
• Process and review expense-related accounting transactions with strong attention to detail.
• Work independently to prioritize deliverables, identify issues early, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Support accounting activities tied to private equity fund structures and related financial operations as needed.• Proven experience in senior-level accounting roles with responsibility for month-end close activities.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience completing bank reconciliations and resolving accounting variances.
• Ability to manage expense processing and related accounting tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently with limited oversight.
• Background in private equity accounting or private equity fund environments is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a deadline-driven setting.