Funds Accountant - Alternatives & Private Equity

Alter Domus; Town of Ogden (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holidays

Birthday day off

Mentoring programs

Employee Share Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Accreditations support

Job summary

Alter Domus is seeking a Fund Accountant to support daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients. Strong prioritization, multi-tasking, and minimal-direction work are essential.

Responsibilities include creating and reviewing cash and journal entries, coordination for audits, and understanding client agreements. CPA or pursuing CPA is preferred, with strong Excel skills and teamwork across levels required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPA or plan to obtain CPA is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and handle ambiguity.
• Staff collaboration across levels in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and track daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients.
• Prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments with minimal direction.
• Develop and execute goals within agreed timelines.
• Handle daily case activities on assigned funds and correct discrepancies.
• Prepare cash and journal entries; participate in audits.
• Understand governing agreements between Alter Domus and clients.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Ambiguity management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Alter Domus is seeking a Fund Accountant to support daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients. Strong prioritization, multi-tasking, and minimal-direction work are essential.

Responsibilities include creating and reviewing cash and journal entries, coordination for audits, and understanding client agreements. CPA or pursuing CPA is preferred, with strong Excel skills and teamwork across levels required.