Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an  Accountant with Big 4 auditing experience —particularly with private equity (PE) or venture capital (VC) clients—or a  Fund Accountant for a PE firm? Are you ready to contribute to a  fast-growing investment firm leading innovative financial strategies? We are seeking a  Fund Accountant to help expand and enhance the firm’s accounting, reporting, and operations functions.

This role offers  broad exposure to multiple aspects of finance and operations within a high-growth environment, allowing you to impact the firm's trajectory positively. Reporting directly to the  CFO , the role works closely with leadership across all levels, making your contributions integral to organizational success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee  fund accounting operations , including capital calls, distributions, and quarterly/annual fund financial statements by working with fund administrators.
• Support investment activities such as  deal closings and realizations, ensuring smooth transaction execution.
• Monitor compliance with  credit facility requirements and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Lead  investment valuations and ensure consistent portfolio reporting standards.
• Manage audit processes, prepare documentation, and provide timely support to auditors.
• Review quarterly financial and capital account statements for accuracy.
• Ensure annual  federal and state tax compliance , coordinating with external tax preparers to meet deadlines.
• Assist with  regulatory filings and compliance reporting alongside the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO).
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and  performance tracking for fund-level financial metrics.
• Manage books and records for internal entities such as the management company and General Partner.
• Address investor requests during  fundraising and throughout fund lifecycles.
• Partner on  special projects alongside leadership, supporting growth and operational efficiencies.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborate with leadership to  elevate financial strategies and drive growth at a dynamic investment firm.
• Gain  broad exposure across finance, operations, compliance, and investor relations in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to exciting  projects and initiatives , making a direct impact on the firm’s success.
• Work in a  motivated and innovative team culture committed to excellence and collaboration.

• 2-5 years of fund accounting experience in private equity, venture capital, or hedge funds, OR  Big 4 public accounting experience auditing alternative investment firms.
• Professional maturity, integrity, and strong judgment in financial decision-making.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, multitasking environments.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a  resourceful and can-do attitude .
• Exceptional  written and oral communication skills to effectively engage stakeholders.
• A strong work ethic and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial and compliance-related efforts.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this posting and address any questions to  Lee Chernett at Robert Half via LinkedIn .

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