AVP, Fund Accounting – Alternative Assets

Bruin; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials and 6+ years in Big 4/public accounting or hands-on fund accounting for alternative investments, and demonstrates strong partnership accounting knowledge and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required or equivalent, with 6+ years in Big 4/public accounting (Financial Services) or fund accounting for alternative investments.
• Experience auditing or supporting private equity, private credit, real estate funds, BDCs, or other alternative investment structures.
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting, NAV reporting, and financial statements; proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of alternative investment funds.
• Review quarterly NAV packages, financial statements, capital activity, and investor reporting prepared by third-party fund administrators.
• Review management fee, incentive fee, and carried interest calculations; coordinate audits with external auditors.
• Analyze fund performance and financial results for senior leadership; drive process improvements and automation in Fund Finance.

Skills

CPA

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Fund accounting software

Job description

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials and 6+ years in Big 4/public accounting or hands-on fund accounting for alternative investments, and demonstrates strong partnership accounting knowledge and advanced Excel skills.