Fund Accountant & Team Lead — Alternative Investments

Tekshapers; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tekshapers in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a senior professional to lead a team delivering accounting, administration and investor servicing for investment funds and advisers. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory reporting, and client satisfaction.

You will review financial statements, support audits and tax reviews, and drive process improvements. A bachelor's in accounting/finance and 2–4 years in alternative investments are preferred; strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in alternative investments industry (funds, administrators, or Big Four/Midsize public accounting).
• Experience with portfolio accounting and investment management best practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a team of administrators providing accounting, administration and investor servicing.
• Acts as trusted advisor to clients, assessing business needs and guiding process improvements.
• Reviews financial statements and coordinates audit/tax support for complex investments.
• Identifies risks through data reviews and implements mitigations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advent applications

Confluence

Job description

Tekshapers in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a senior professional to lead a team delivering accounting, administration and investor servicing for investment funds and advisers. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory reporting, and client satisfaction.

You will review financial statements, support audits and tax reviews, and drive process improvements. A bachelor's in accounting/finance and 2–4 years in alternative investments are preferred; strong communication and leadership skills are essential.