Fund Accounting Senior Associate — Flexible Work & Growth

Standish Management; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Life insurance and HSA/FSA options

401K

Flexible vacation

Sick time accrual

Year-end office closure

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Standish Management is seeking an opportunistic fund accounting analyst to support day-to-day accounting operations and prepare fund-level financial statements in Walnut Creek. You will work on domestic and offshore fund families, update investment schedules, and assist with audits and tax reviews.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience, a 3.0+ GPA, and strong Excel skills. You will collaborate with managers and allow for both teamwork and independent work in a flexible environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance related field is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in a full-time role.
• Strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 GPA).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Knowledge of investment accounting concepts and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work both in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for domestic and offshore fund families, updating schedules and analyzing investments.
• Assist in semi-annual portfolio reviews and track partnership and portfolio company performance.
• Monitor compliance with partnership agreements.
• Assist with audits, tax return review, fundraising and annual meetings.
• Determine cash needs and initiate capital calls for partnerships.
• Distribute financials, K1s, capital calls and notices to Limited Partners.
• Perform special projects for General Partners and Controllers.
• Respond to ad hoc limited partner requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitask

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Standish Management is seeking an opportunistic fund accounting analyst to support day-to-day accounting operations and prepare fund-level financial statements in Walnut Creek. You will work on domestic and offshore fund families, update investment schedules, and assist with audits and tax reviews.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience, a 3.0+ GPA, and strong Excel skills. You will collaborate with managers and allow for both teamwork and independent work in a flexible environment.