Senior Fund Accountant

Ocorian

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,000–$115,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Capital Markets, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Fund Accounting, Intuit Quickbooks, Investment Funds, Journal Entries, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Private Funding, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Tax Returns, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Venture Capital, Vlookups
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
Today

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing Fund Accounting team at Ocorian. This role is ideal for a professional with strong technical accounting skills and hands‑on experience supporting private investment funds in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in delivering high‑quality fund accounting services and partnering closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.This position offers meaningful exposure to a variety of alternative investment structures, including private equity, venture capital funds, and other investment vehicles, and provides an opportunity to grow within a collaborative and performance‑driven team at Ocorian.SalaryUS$ 92,000 - 115,000 p.a.Purpose of the RoleTo deliver high‑quality fund accounting services and support the financial reporting needs of private investment funds.Main ResponsibilitiesPrepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial statements in accordance with GAAPMaintain general ledgers, record journal entries, and perform account reconciliationsCalculate and review management fees, carried interest, capital allocations, and waterfallsSupport capital calls, distributions, and investor allocationsAssist with NAV calculations and financial reporting packagesInterpret and apply fund governing documents (LPAs, PPMs, subscription agreements)Serve as a primary point of contact for auditors and tax service providersSupport audit and tax deliverables by preparing schedules and responding to inquiriesIdentify process improvements and support operational efficiencies within fund accountingCollaborate effectively with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate deliverablesQualifications RequiredBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldMinimum of 3+ years of fund accounting experience, preferably within private equity or alternative investmentsStrong understanding of fund accounting concepts, including allocations, management fees, and waterfallsAdvanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP; macros a plus)High level of accuracy and attention to detailStrong analytical and problem‑solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environmentProven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a teamPreferred QualificationsCPA or progress toward CPA certificationExperience working in a fund administrator, advisory, or financial services environmentFamiliarity with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Dynamo and QuickBooks Online)Experience supporting multiple fund structures and strategies simultaneouslyCore CompetenciesTechnical and functional accounting expertiseResults orientation and accountabilityStrong written and verbal communicationLearning agility and continuous improvement mindsetCollaborative and team‑oriented approachEntrepreneurial and proactive problem‑solving skillsWe're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status. Information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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