Summary
A leading alternative investment firm is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its growing platform. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure across private equity, credit, and insurance strategies while working closely with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Company Information:
A rapidly growing alternative investment firm based in New York with over $30 billion in AUM and a diversified platform across private markets and institutional investors.
Job Description:
- Own monthly/quarterly fund closes, including NAV calculations, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate fund books and records across private equity, credit, and insurance strategies
- Review investment activity and cash movements to ensure timely and accurate transaction recording
- Prepare capital calls, distributions, and investor allocation schedules
- Calculate management fees, incentive fees, and complex waterfall structures
- Lead financial reporting and support year-end audits, acting as a key liaison to external auditors
- Oversee third-party administrators and drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements
Requirements / Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2–6 years of fund accounting, audit, or financial reporting experience within alternatives
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and fund accounting concepts (NAV, allocations, fees, waterfalls)
- Experience with private equity, private credit, or similar alternative investment strategies
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with fund accounting systems is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
