Fund Accounting Manager - Private Equity

Private Equity; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in New Jersey is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee the full accounting and financial reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds. The role requires strong technical fund accounting expertise and the ability to manage complex fund structures. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in the private equity sector and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of private equity, venture capital, or alternative investment fund accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of fund structures and partnership accounting.
• Experience in public accounting and in-house is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting and reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds.
• Oversee quarterly and annual closes, including financial statements and partner allocations.
• Collaborate with internal teams on reporting and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Fund accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred

Tools

Investran

eFront

Allvue

Fundwave

Job description

This range is provided by Private Equity. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

The Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager will oversee the end-to-end accounting and financial reporting for a suite of private equity funds and related entities. This is a hands‑on, broad‑scope position within a midsize, collaborative environment where you will manage quarterly closes, lead fund audits, interface directly with investment and operations teams, and drive continuous improvements in reporting and processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical fund accounting expertise, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage complex fund structures with limited oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting and reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds, co‑invest vehicles, and GP/management entities.
• Oversee quarterly and annual closes, including financial statements, supporting schedules, partner allocations, and performance metrics.
• Prepare and review capital calls, distribution notices, management fee calculations, and waterfall / carry allocations.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax filings with external auditors and tax advisors; ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, valuation processes, and documentation.
• Monitor portfolio activity—investment transactions, valuations, realizations, expenses—and ensure accurate recording in the general ledger.
• Collaborate with internal teams (investment, operations, IR) on reporting, cash management, investor requests, and strategic initiatives.
• Manage relationships with third‑party administrators, ensuring service quality and accuracy of NAV and reporting packages.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff; establish best practices and support their professional development.
• Participate in system implementations, workflow enhancements, and other operational improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5–10 years of private equity, venture capital, or alternative investment fund accounting experience; mix of public accounting and in‑house a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of fund structures, partnership accounting, carried interest mechanics, and investment company GAAP.
• Experience with private equity accounting platforms (e.g., Investran, eFront, Allvue, Fundwave) preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Comfortable in a lean, fast‑moving environment with broad responsibilities.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Financial Services, Investment Management, and Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance