Fund Accounting Manager | $135K–$160K Base | Hybrid | Boston, MA

Daley And Associates, LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Travel to Providence monthly

Performance bonus

Job summary

Daley And Associates, LLC is seeking an experienced Fund Accounting Manager to own fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational oversight across multiple investment vehicles. You will partner with senior finance leadership, external administrators, auditors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting and strong controls.

The role requires 5–7 years in PE fund accounting or public accounting with PE exposure, a degree in accounting/finance, and CPA preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in private equity fund accounting and/or public accounting with PE exposure.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA or active CPA candidate strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and private equity fund structures.
• Experience with carried interest, waterfalls, capital calls, distributions, and fund reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills; Investran and Workday experience preferred.
• Experience managing or developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quarterly and annual financial reporting across multiple fund structures under U.S. GAAP.
• Manage third-party fund administrators and review financial statement packages.
• Review complex accounting matters including carried interest and waterfalls.
• Lead year-end audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Oversee capital calls, distributions, investor allocations, and notices.
• Manage credit facilities, management fee calculations, fund expenses, and cash management.
• Oversee NAV calculations and related compliance reporting across fund vehicles.
• Coordinate regulatory filings for international fund structures.
• Interpret partnership agreements and side letters for reporting accuracy.
• Identify process improvements and lead finance-related special projects.
• Support investor reporting and respond to financial inquiries.
• Manage and develop team members while maintaining strong controls.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Investran

Workday

Job description

A leading private equity firm is seeking an experienced Fund Accounting Manager to join its finance team.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of fund accounting, financial reporting, and operational oversight across multiple investment vehicles while working closely with senior finance leadership, external administrators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee quarterly and annual financial reporting across multiple fund structures in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Manage third-party fund administrators and review financial statement packages
• Review complex accounting matters, including carried interest and waterfall calculations
• Lead year-end audits and coordinate with external auditors
• Oversee capital calls, distributions, investor allocations, and notices
• Manage credit facilities, management fee calculations, fund expenses, and cash management
• Oversee NAV calculations and related compliance reporting across fund vehicles
• Coordinate regulatory filings and reporting requirements for international fund structures
• Interpret partnership agreements and side letters to ensure accurate reporting and allocations
• Identify process improvements and lead special projects within the finance function
• Support investor reporting and respond to financial inquiries
• Manage and develop team members while maintaining strong controls and reporting standards

Qualifications:

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in private equity fund accounting and/or public accounting with significant private equity exposure
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA or active CPA candidate strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and private equity fund structures
• Experience with carried interest, waterfalls, capital calls, distributions, and fund financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills; Investran and Workday experience preferred
• Experience managing or developing team members
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret complex legal documents and manage competing priorities

Compensation: $135,000–$160,000 base salary + competitive bonus

Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid schedule, ability to travel to Providence once a month