A respected player in the investment management space is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity)
to oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for professionals who bring a deep understanding of fund accounting and a passion for team development, process improvement, and client service excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing
This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organization that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You'll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Manage a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Lead the calculation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs), financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations
- Review complex fund expenses including management fees, admin fees, carried interest, and more
- Ensure the quality and accuracy of all accounting work and client deliverables, including investor statements
- Interpret partnership agreements, PPMs, and other governing documents to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Ensure all documentation and processes comply with regulatory and internal standards
- Coordinate with internal teams including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration for seamless service delivery
- Act as a primary liaison to clients and external stakeholders, responding to queries with accuracy and professionalism
- Oversee and coordinate external audit processes
- Mentor, train, and guide team members, conducting performance reviews and identifying development opportunities
- Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and implement quality control measures
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation preferred
- 3–5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds
- 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams
- Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting
- Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Advanced Excel skills
This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organization that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You'll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.
