Investment Fund Accountant - Investor Services & Fund Ops

Baker Tilly Advisory Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group is seeking a detail-oriented Investment Fund Accountant to support the Capital Formation team. The role covers fund accounting, investor servicing, compliance and reporting, with interaction across investors, auditors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of professional experience and a working knowledge of accounting and financial statements, plus strong Excel skills. This is a hands-on role focused on accuracy and client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree and 1 year professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration and operations of investment funds.
• Track and monitor investor capital contributions, fund disbursements, distributions, and cash activity.
• Maintain accurate investor, fund, and transaction records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with fund accounting activities, including account reconciliations, expense tracking, general ledger review, and preparation of periodic reporting.
• Support quarterly and annual investor and fund reporting.
• May assist with annual audits and coordinate documentation with auditors, tax accountants, and other third parties.
• Work with finance, accounting, legal, and compliance teams to support fund operations and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact for fund managers and investors, providing timely updates on investments and reporting.
• Build and maintain client/investor relationships through professional service and ongoing communication.
• Coordinate investor onboarding, subscription documentation, capital activity, and other servicing requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client-service orientation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

4-year degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

General technology skills

Job description

Baker Tilly Advisory Group is seeking a detail-oriented Investment Fund Accountant to support the Capital Formation team. The role covers fund accounting, investor servicing, compliance and reporting, with interaction across investors, auditors, and internal teams.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of professional experience and a working knowledge of accounting and financial statements, plus strong Excel skills. This is a hands-on role focused on accuracy and client service.