Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager, Management Company Finance

Evanston | Hybrid

A leading global alternative investment firm is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its Management Company Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a sophisticated investment platform and take ownership of core corporate accounting, financial reporting, and growing General Partner (GP) investment activities.

The Accounting Manager will lead a team of three accounting professionals while working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams across Fund Finance, Tax, Legal, Operations, and Investments. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with a strong technical foundation who enjoys improving processes, developing talent, and taking on increased responsibility within a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three accounting professionals, overseeing daily activities and ensuring accurate, timely deliverables.
• Oversee corporate accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly and year-end close processes.
• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements, management reporting, and supporting financial analyses.
• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for GP investments, including capital contributions, distributions, and investment-related transactions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and enhance financial reporting processes.
• Coordinate annual external audits, including preparation and review of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support regulatory reporting, tax-related reporting, and other compliance requirements.
• Partner with Fund Finance, Tax, Legal, Operations, and Investment teams to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and reporting.
• Utilize NetSuite and other financial systems to improve reporting capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as the firm's business and investment activities continue to grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA required.
• 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally combining public accounting and corporate accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, and external audits.
• Prior experience reviewing work, mentoring, or supervising accounting professionals.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP/general ledger system.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Hands-on leadership style with a proactive approach to process improvement and team development.

Preferred Experience:

• Background in financial services, asset management, private equity, hedge funds, or alternative investments.
• Exposure to GP investment accounting, investment partnerships, or investment-related transactions.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Leadership Opportunity: Manage and develop a team while maintaining hands-on involvement in technical accounting and reporting.
• Investment Industry Exposure: Gain exposure to management company finance and GP investment activities within a sophisticated alternative investment platform.
• Career Growth: Take ownership of core accounting functions while helping shape processes and controls as the firm continues to grow.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals across Finance, Tax, Legal, Operations, and Investment teams.
• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, competitive PTO, and wellness programs.
• Additional Perks: Daily catered lunches, professional development opportunities, and employee volunteer and community engagement initiatives.

This is a great opportunity for a CPA with a public accounting foundation and corporate accounting experience who is ready to step into a management role within the alternative investment industry. You'll have the opportunity to lead a team, own key accounting functions, and gain valuable exposure to GP investments and management company finance.