Fund Accounting Manager

LHH; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to join its finance team in the United States. The role focuses on supporting a diverse portfolio of investment vehicles, collaborating with accounting, operations, investments, and reporting teams, and applying a strong technical accounting foundation in fund accounting.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of relevant experience, a CPA or CPA-track, and a proven ability to manage month-end close, reconciliations, and NAV reporting within U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience in fund accounting, fund administration, REIT accounting, private funds, or public accounting with alternative investments exposure.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and U.S. GAAP.
• Experience supporting month-end close and reconciliations.
• CPA designation or CPA-track preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual fund close activities with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger for multiple investment entities and fund structures.
• Prepare investor, regulatory, and management reporting packages.
• Support fund-level NAV calculations and reporting processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on new products and structures.
• Assist with audits and respond to auditor requests.

Skills

US GAAP

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

LHH is supporting an innovative financial technology platform, focused on expanding access to alternative investments, that is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to join its growing finance team. This role offers the opportunity to support a diverse portfolio of investment vehicles while partnering with professionals across accounting, operations, investments, and reporting functions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical accounting foundation and prior experience within fund accounting, fund administration, REIT accounting, or public accounting engagements serving alternative investment clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual fund close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules for multiple investment entities and fund structures.
• Assist in preparing investor, regulatory, and management reporting packages.
• Support fund-level net asset value calculations and related reporting processes.
• Review underlying investment activity and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate accounting treatment.
• Participate in financial statement audits by preparing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting testing procedures.
• Analyze accounting transactions and assist with the implementation of new accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and improve accounting workflows, controls, and documentation to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new products, investment structures, and strategic initiatives.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as requested by leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Previous experience in fund accounting, fund administration, REIT accounting, private funds, alternative investments, or public accounting with comparable client exposure.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and U.S. GAAP.
• Experience supporting month-end close processes and preparing account reconciliations.
• Ability to analyze complex transactions and communicate findings effectively.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with accounting and reporting systems.
• CPA designation or CPA-track candidate preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated desire to grow within a dynamic and rapidly evolving investment platform.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the base salary range is estimated to be $135,000 to $155,000 and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.