ABOUT THE ROLEA growing alternative investments platform is seeking a Fund Accountant to support a diverse portfolio of private investment funds. This role offers exposure to fund accounting, financial reporting, investor activity, and operational processes across a variety of alternative investment structures.
The ideal candidate will bring experience from fund accounting, public accounting, or financial services accounting and be interested in building a long-term career within the alternative investments industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial statements.
- Calculate and maintain NAVs, investor allocations, and capital account balances.
- Process capital calls, distributions, subscriptions, and redemptions.
- Perform cash reconciliations and maintain fund general ledger activity.
- Support portfolio investment accounting, valuation, and performance reporting.
- Coordinate with fund managers, investors, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
- Assist with year-end audits and preparation of supporting schedules.
- Support investor reporting and client deliverables.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting deadlines.
QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in fund accounting, public accounting, or financial services accounting.
- Experience with private equity, hedge funds, private credit, venture capital, or other alternative investment structures preferred.
- Big 4 public accounting experience preferred.
- CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.