Fund Accountant

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  • San Mateo, California
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This hybrid role (Mon–Thu in-office, Fri remote) reports to the Fund Controller and is responsible for overseeing fund accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting for multiple investment funds. The firm invests in mid-market software and technology-enabled services companies through buyout, growth capital, emerging buyout, and private credit strategies, with over $23B in committed capital.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Mateo, California

    Description

    Confidential – Senior Fund Accountant

    About the Company
    An established and growing technology-focused private equity firm with multiple U.S. and international offices. The firm invests in mid-market software and technology-enabled services companies through buyout, growth capital, emerging buyout, and private credit strategies, with over $23B in committed capital.

    Position Summary
    The firm is seeking a full-time Senior Fund Accountant to join its Finance team. This hybrid role (Mon–Thu in-office, Fri remote) reports to the Fund Controller and is responsible for overseeing fund accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting for multiple investment funds.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Review and oversee the preparation of quarterly/annual fund financial statements by the fund administrator in accordance with GAAP.

    • Manage capital activity including calls, distributions, and partner capital allocations.

    • Review reconciliations of investment, cash, and partner capital accounts.

    • Review management fee and waterfall allocations, including carried interest and preferred returns.

    • Oversee fund expense allocations per fund policies.

    • Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, regulations, and internal controls.

    • Coordinate and manage annual fund audits with external auditors.

    • Assist in portfolio valuation reviews and cross-functional projects with Finance, Legal, Investor Relations, and Investment teams.

    • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, automation, and risk reduction.

    • Present annual process improvement outcomes to leadership.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    • 3–5+ years of private equity fund accounting or administration experience preferred.

    • Advanced Excel skills; experience with fund accounting software.

    • Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.

    • Strong written/verbal communication skills.

    • U.S. work authorization required.

    • CPA designation or active pursuit preferred.

    Compensation & Benefits
    Competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, life and disability insurance, and additional perks.

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