Accounting Manager

Northbound Executive Search; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

A growing private credit investment firm in New York is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee fund accounting operations and engage with senior leadership. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5–8 years of relevant experience. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in private credit, private equity, or public accounting.
• Strong technical understanding of fund structures and partnership accounting.
• Proactive and self-directed with ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the fund accounting process including capital calls and investor reporting.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements according to US GAAP.
• Support fundraising efforts through financial data and analyses.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

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Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus, Sign-on bonus, RSUs, and Stock options

A growing private credit investment firm in New York is seeking an Accounting Manager to join its finance team. This role will be central to the firm’s fund accounting and reporting operations, with additional involvement in valuations, FP&A, and fundraising initiatives. The position offers broad exposure, a high degree of ownership, and direct interaction with senior leadership within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the fund accounting process, including preparation and review of capital calls, distributions, management fees, and investor reporting
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Partner with investment and operations teams on quarterly valuations and portfolio performance analytics
• Coordinate with external auditors, administrators, and tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities at both the fund and management company levels
• Support fundraising efforts by providing financial data, performance analyses, and materials for investor due diligence
• Enhance internal controls, streamline reporting processes, and support the implementation of best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 5–8 years of relevant experience, ideally in private credit, private equity, or public accounting with fund clients
• Strong technical understanding of fund structures, partnership accounting, and valuation principles
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Proactive, self-directed, and able to thrive in a lean, fast-paced environment
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with fund accounting systems preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits and hybrid work flexibility
• Collegial, low-ego culture with direct access to senior leadership
• Opportunity to take ownership across fund accounting, valuations, and strategic finance initiatives

This role is ideal for an accounting professional seeking to broaden their impact beyond core fund accounting in a growing private credit platform.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

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