Financial Analyst -CPA

Private Equity; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Disability insurance

Student loan assistance

Child care support

Vision insurance

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Paid paternity leave

401(k)

Job summary

A leading private equity firm is seeking a mid-senior level professional to join their Finance Team in Boston. Responsibilities include preparing critical financial documentation, managing capital calls, and supporting investor relations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, ideally hold a CPA, and have 2–4 years of public accounting experience. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and proficiency in Excel are required. This is a full-time, on-site position with no travel required.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in public accounting, preferably with exposure to fund audits.
• CPA or CPA‑eligible preferred.
• Familiarity with ASC 946 and ASC 820 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting, reporting, and compliance documentation for selected funds.
• Manage capital calls, distributions, and partners’ capital statements.
• Support investor relations and aid external auditors.

Skills

Advanced Excel functions

Excellent written and verbal communication

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Fund/accounting software system

Job description

As a vital member of the Finance Team, you will handle various responsibilities related to a portfolio of private equity funds.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all accounting, reporting, and compliance documentation for a select group of funds.
• Managing the preparation of capital calls, distributions, and partners’ capital statements.
• Supporting investor relations and administrative functions for these funds.
• Liaising with external auditors to manage year‑end financials and providing specified tax financial support.
• Compiling and preparing Limited Partner presentation materials.
• Monitoring and reconciling cash and investments with financial institutions.
• Streamlining finance processes and collaborating with the team on ad‑hoc projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance (or equivalent experience); CPA or CPA‑eligible preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in public accounting (preferably Big 4 or a top‑tier firm) with exposure to asset management/fund audits preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, with familiarity in ASC 946 (investment companies) and ASC 820 (fair value).
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions.
• Experience with fund/accounting software system.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and methodical under tight deadlines; capable of both autonomous work and teamwork.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, receptive to feedback; possesses a curious, reliable, and ownership‑oriented mindset.
• Consistently demonstrates tact and discretion in all interactions.

Location: Boston office (on‑site), no travel required.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, Accounting, and Investment Management

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Pension plan
• Disability insurance
• Student loan assistance
• Child care support
• Vision insurance
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Paid paternity leave
• 401(k)