Fund Accountant

Job Summary:
The Fund Accountant is responsible for managing the financial reporting and accounting processes for a portfolio of investment funds. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records preparing reports and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial principles excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fastpaced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare and review periodic financial statements including balance sheets income statements and cash flow statements for the assigned funds.
  • Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reports and statements.
  • Assist in the preparation of annual audited financial statements and coordinate with external auditors.
• Fund Accounting:
  • Maintain the general ledger and subledgers for assigned funds.
  • Record daily transactions including capital calls distributions management fees and other fundrelated activities.
  • Reconcile bank accounts investment positions and other balance sheet accounts.
  • Calculate and report Net Asset Value (NAV) for each fund.
• Compliance and Regulatory Reporting:
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards (e.g. GAAP IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory filings as required by the jurisdiction of the fund.
  • Monitor and report on compliance with fund documents and agreements.
• Investor Relations:
  • Prepare investor reports including capital account statements and investor capital call/distribution notices.
  • Respond to investor inquiries related to financial statements and account balances.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new accounting policies and procedures.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Work closely with other members of the fund accounting team as well as other departments such as operations tax and compliance.
  • Provide support and mentorship to junior accountants as needed.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
  • CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • 25 years of experience in fund accounting public accounting or a related financial services field.
  • Experience with private equity hedge funds or real estate funds is a plus.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Unlimited PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

Remote Work :

No