Fund Accounting Manager, Private Credit

Oliver James; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement benefits

Job summary

A top Private Credit Asset Manager in Chicago is seeking a Manager to lead their expanding team. Responsibilities include mentoring accountants, overseeing SEC filings, managing audits, and ensuring compliance with accounting rules. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with 5+ years of relevant experience. The offer includes competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, PTO, and retirement plans. This position operates on a hybrid basis, allowing for flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, ideally in BDCs, private equity, hedge funds, or mutual funds.
• Public accounting and SEC reporting experience is a plus.
• Experience with SEC reporting is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Workiva/Workday or WSO is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of accountants.
• Oversee SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Form 4, prospectuses).
• Manage audits and ensure strong internal controls (SOX compliance).
• Stay up to date on accounting rules and apply GAAP to complex issues.
• Help prepare board materials and proxy filings.
• Collaborate with teams like Treasury, Tax, and Operations.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and third-party partners.
• Improve reporting processes and drive efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Strong Excel skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workiva

Workday

WSO

Job description

Overview

My client, a top Private Credit Asset Manager is looking for a Manager to join and lead their expanding team. Our client works on a hybrid basis in downtown Chicago, offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health, PTO and retirement benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of accountants.
• Oversee SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Form 4, prospectuses).
• Manage audits and ensure strong internal controls (SOX compliance).
• Stay up to date on accounting rules and apply GAAP to complex issues.
• Help prepare board materials and proxy filings.
• Collaborate with teams like Treasury, Tax, and Operations.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and third-party partners.
• Improve reporting processes and drive efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, ideally in BDCs, private equity, hedge funds, or mutual funds.
• Public accounting and SEC reporting experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills; knowledge of Workiva, Workday, or WSO is helpful.

For more information, please apply or reach out to [e-mail] directly.