Fund Accounting Team Lead

Selby Jennings; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment management firm in Nashville seeks a Fund Administration Team Lead/Manager to oversee NAV calculations and coordinate audits, ensuring operational excellence within their Alternatives investments department. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in fund administration and strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead strategic projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fund administration or related.
• Strong understanding of fund valuation and financial statement review.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NAV calculations for private equity and hedge fund structures.
• Coordinate audits and resolve financial queries.
• Support jurisdictional tax and regulatory reporting requirements.

Skills

Fund administration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or advanced credentials

Job description

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Base pay range

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

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Recruitment Consultant, Finance & Accounting

Our client, a leading global investment management firm, is seeking to hire a Fund Administration Team Lead/Manager for their expanding office based in Nashville, TN.

The firm manages around $800 billion in assets under management and is recognized for its collaborative culture and long-term career development opportunities, with many senior team members having been with the organization for more than a decade. This role sits within the Alternatives investments department, which oversees approximately 90 alternative investment vehicles across private credit, real estate debt, private placements, and other private market strategies.

This is a high-impact leadership position offering exposure to complex fund structures and strategic initiatives. You will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and supporting business growth in a dynamic, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review NAV calculations for private equity and hedge fund structures performed by third-party administrators.
• Coordinate audits, resolve audit queries, and provide feedback on financial statements.
• Interpret and review trial balance activities, including income and expense allocations (management and incentive fees), derivative transactions, currency impacts, and dividend distributions.
• Support jurisdictional tax and regulatory reporting requirements (IRS, SEC, CSSF).
• Lead strategic projects including fund launches, mergers, liquidations, and process improvement initiatives.
• Review fund and investor-level distributions and tax reporting documents.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Portfolio Management, Legal & Compliance, Investor Relations) and external partners (administrators, auditors).
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of team outputs and maintain strong communication across all levels.
• Assume leadership role of Accounting Manager as needed in times of absence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or advanced credentials preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fund administration, mutual funds, or alternative investments; prior supervisory experience required.
• Strong understanding of fund valuation, trial balance activities, and financial statement review.
• Experience with fund administrators or audit firms highly desirable.
• Advanced Excel skills (macros a plus) and proficiency in standard desktop applications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Familiarity with tax reporting, regulatory requirements, and process improvement initiatives.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Investment Management