Fund Accounting Manager

Green Key Resources LLC; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources LLC seeks a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee accounting services for a fund administration practice. You will lead client engagement teams, ensure accurate financial statements, and maintain relationships with auditors and tax professionals.

The role requires deep knowledge of fund governing documents, legal structures, and reporting standards, with a focus on confidentiality and data integrity. Strong leadership and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in fund administration or related fields; 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in fund governing documents, legal structures, and financial service reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of waterfall allocations and fund performance metrics.
• Experience with Investran accounting software preferred; advanced Microsoft Office skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Self-motivated and capable of working under pressure in both individual and team settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and operations for client engagements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise client engagement teams, overseeing deliverables such as capital calls, distributions, and financial statements.
• Review bookkeeping records, waterfall calculations, and other financial metrics for compliance and accuracy.
• Coordinate with third-party entities, including auditors and tax professionals, to ensure seamless operations.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering professional growth and operational efficiency.
• Assist with fund transitions, including setup of new clients and legal entities.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Investran

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fund Accounting Manager Overview

• The Fund Accounting Manager will oversee accounting services, including transaction processing and financial statement preparation, for a fund administration firm.
• Lead and manage client engagement teams, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables across multiple fund types.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and third-party entities, including auditors, tax teams, and legal professionals.
• Provide expertise in fund governing documents, legal structures, and financial service reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and confidentiality standards while managing sensitive data.
• Train, supervise, and mentor team members to enhance performance and achieve organizational goals.
• Collaborate on special projects and client requests, contributing to operational excellence and innovation.
• Support new fund transitions, including setup of legal entities and investor onboarding processes.

Fund Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage day-to-day accounting and operations for client engagements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise client engagement teams, overseeing deliverables such as capital calls, distributions, and financial statements.
• Review bookkeeping records, waterfall calculations, and other financial metrics for compliance and accuracy.
• Analyze fund governing documents to understand legal structures and reporting standards.
• Coordinate with third-party entities, including auditors and tax professionals, to ensure seamless operations.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering professional growth and operational efficiency.
• Assist with fund transitions, including setup of new clients and legal entities.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc client requests, contributing to organizational success.

Fund Accounting Manager Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in fund administration or related fields, with 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Proficiency in fund governing documents, legal structures, and financial service reporting requirements.
• Strong knowledge of waterfall allocations and fund performance metrics.
• Experience with Investran accounting software preferred; advanced Microsoft Office skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Self-motivated and capable of working under pressure in both individual and team settings.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to organizational policies.