Fund Accountant

Geneva Search Partners LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Geneva Search Partners LLC is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its Chicago-based finance team. This role offers exposure to private investment structures, fund operations, financial reporting, and collaboration with investment professionals and external service providers.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of fund accounting experience, CPA preferred, and strong Excel skills to support NAV calculations and investor reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably within fund accounting, asset management, private equity, hedge funds, or alternative investments.
• CPA designation or CPA track preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with accounting or portfolio management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial statements.
• Maintain fund general ledgers and record investment transactions, including purchases, sales, income, and expenses.
• Calculate investor allocations, capital activity, management fees, and carried interest.
• Assist with NAV calculations and fund performance reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting deliverables with fund administrators, auditors, and tax professionals.
• Support the audit process by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Reconcile cash, investment activity, and capital accounts.
• Monitor compliance with fund governing documents and partnership agreements.
• Assist with investor reporting and ad hoc requests from senior management.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Portfolio management systems

Job description

A growing and well-established financial service firm, is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its Chicago-based finance team. This role offers excellent exposure to private investment structures, fund operations, financial reporting, and collaboration with investment professionals and external service providers.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build a long-term career within the alternative investment industry while working in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial statements.
• Maintain fund general ledgers and record investment transactions, including purchases, sales, income, and expenses.
• Calculate investor allocations, capital activity, management fees, and carried interest.
• Assist with NAV calculations and fund performance reporting.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting deliverables with fund administrators, auditors, and tax professionals.
• Support the audit process by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Reconcile cash, investment activity, and capital accounts.
• Monitor compliance with fund governing documents and partnership agreements.
• Assist with investor reporting and ad hoc requests from senior management.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably within fund accounting, public accounting, asset management, private equity, hedge funds, or alternative investments.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with investment partnerships, fund structures, or alternative asset classes is a plus.
• CPA designation or CPA track is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting or portfolio management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Gain

• Direct exposure to alternative investments and complex fund structures.
• Opportunity to work closely with investment, operations, and executive leadership teams.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong mentorship and professional development.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.