Fund Accounting Lead

The Third Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Third Group is seeking a Fund Accounting Lead in Atlanta, Georgia, for a high-visibility role within a growing asset management platform. This position offers the opportunity to oversee fund operations and engage in critical fund accounting activities.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and 3–7 years of relevant experience, such as fund accounting or administration. Responsibilities include managing third-party relationships, ensuring compliance, and supporting valuation processes.

The role provides broad exposure across various functions, enhancing organizational growth.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in fund accounting, fund administration, fund operations, or investment accounting.
• Experience working with registered funds, private funds, fund administrators, or investment advisers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary internal resource for fund accounting and fund operations activities.
• Manage relationships with third-party fund administrators.
• Review fund accounting records and reconciliations.
• Identify operational risks and implement control improvements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Intellectual curiosity

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Advent APX

Job description

Fund Accounting Lead

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced fund accounting professional to join a growing asset management platform supporting a diverse range of investment products, including ETFs, interval funds, mutual funds, separately managed accounts, and private investment vehicles.

This is a hands‑on role for a self‑starter who is comfortable owning processes, working independently, and operating across multiple functions. The individual stepping into this role will be responsible for executing day‑to‑day fund accounting and operational oversight directly, with the longer‑term opportunity to help build and scale an internal fund accounting function. The immediate need is for a strong executor who can quickly become a trusted resource across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary internal resource for fund accounting and fund operations activities
• Manage relationships with third‑party fund administrators, overseeing accounting, reporting, and operational processes
• Review fund accounting records, reconciliations, NAV support packages, and administrator reporting
• Identify operational risks and implement practical control improvements
• Coordinate across portfolio managers, traders, compliance personnel, auditors, and external service providers
• Support board reporting and communications for registered funds, including interval funds
• Maintain documentation supporting regulatory, governance, and operational requirements
• Assist with audit, tax, and financial reporting requests

Interval Fund & Alternative Investment Focus

A significant portion of this role will involve supporting the firm’s interval funds and alternative investment strategies. Specific responsibilities include:

• Developing a thorough understanding of underlying investments and portfolio structures
• Working closely with portfolio managers on investment activity, valuation considerations, and portfolio developments
• Supporting board and board committee communications and reporting
• Assisting with preparation of valuation materials and supporting documentation
• Drafting investment and valuation memoranda for internal use
• Keeping the Enterprise Controller, Enterprise CFO, and Valuation Committee informed on portfolio developments, valuation matters, and investment‑specific risks
• Participating in the valuation process by gathering information, documenting assumptions, and supporting fair value determinations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 3–7 years of experience in fund accounting, fund administration, fund operations, or investment accounting
• Experience working with registered funds, private funds, fund administrators, or investment advisers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn new products, investment strategies, and operational processes

Preferred Experience

• Experience with interval funds, closed‑end funds, alternative investments, or private credit strategies
• Familiarity with Advent APX or similar investment accounting platforms
• Experience managing fund administrator and external service provider relationships
• Exposure to valuation processes, pricing committees, or investment reporting
• Experience preparing board materials, investment memoranda, or operational documentation

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Enterprise Controller and/or Enterprise CFO, with close collaboration across portfolio management, trading, compliance, fund administration, audit, and fund boards.

The Opportunity

This is a high-visibility role within a growing asset management organization. The successful candidate will gain broad exposure across fund accounting, operations, valuation, and governance while playing a meaningful role in strengthening the infrastructure supporting the firm’s continued growth.