Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Fund Accountant with CPA credentials to join our team. This role will focus on fund-level accounting, financial reporting, investor allocations, and preparation of tax-related deliverables, including Schedule K-1s. The ideal candidate will have direct experience working with private investment funds, fund administrators, or audit/tax firms supporting alternative investment structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting for investment funds, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Handle fund allocations and capital account roll-forwards for partners/investors.
- Prepare and review investor capital statements and waterfall calculations.
- Support tax reporting by preparing and reviewing partnership tax schedules, including Schedule K-1s and related filings.
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers during annual audit/tax cycles.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory and investor reporting requirements.
- Maintain fund documentation and support ad-hoc analysis for fund managers and investors.
- Assist in process improvements, system automation, and best practices in fund accounting.
Qualifications
- Active CPA license required.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 37 years of accounting experience, with at least 2+ years in fund accounting (private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, or fund administration).
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, partnership accounting, and tax concepts related to investment funds.
- Demonstrated experience preparing/reviewing fund financials and K-1s.
- Proficiency with accounting systems (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills for liaising with investors, auditors, and fund managers.
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience at a fund administrator, audit/tax firm, or within a private investment fund.
- Exposure to complex structures (master-feeder funds, SPVs, co-investments).
- Familiarity with waterfall and carried interest models.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Flexible work arrangements.