Fund Accounting Manager — Private Equity & Hedge Funds

SS&C Technologies; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SS&C Technologies is seeking a Manager of Private Equity Fund Accounting in Chicago, offering hybrid work. You will lead a team delivering accurate accounting and reporting for hedge and private equity funds, overseeing month-end NAVs and financial statements.

In this role, you will mentor staff, collaborate with clients and internal teams, drive process improvements, and ensure exceptional client service in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and business acumen.
• Strong organizational and detail oriented skills with proven ability to manage and prioritize work.
• Experience with internal control processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage professional and clerical staff engaged in fund accounting activities.
• Provides fund accounting services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other fund products.
• Ensure accurate reporting of the funds’ performance to the clients in the form of profit and loss reporting and month end NAVs.
• Review work of fund accountants and provide technical expertise to assist the accountants in their responsibilities.
• Be actively involved in projects and process improvements.
• Respond to various requests from portfolio managers, auditors and Global Fund Services management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

SS&C Technologies is seeking a Manager of Private Equity Fund Accounting in Chicago, offering hybrid work. You will lead a team delivering accurate accounting and reporting for hedge and private equity funds, overseeing month-end NAVs and financial statements.

In this role, you will mentor staff, collaborate with clients and internal teams, drive process improvements, and ensure exceptional client service in a fast-paced, regulated environment.