Lead Fund Accountant, Alternative Investments

umb; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 98,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

UMB is seeking a Lead Fund Accountant for Alternative Investments to supervise a fund accounting team of varying experience levels. You will manage daily, weekly, and monthly activities, review work, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients and auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role emphasizes ensuring NAV accuracy, applying GAAP and regulatory guidelines, and fostering strong client relationships while developing top talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or equivalent background.
• 7+ years of fund accounting experience.
• Understanding of venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, and real estate investments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger accounting functions and fund activity.
• Review trial balances and net asset value for funds.
• Coordinate quarterly regulatory filings and audits as applicable.
• Mentor accounting staff and provide technical training.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure timely financial reporting.

Skills

Fund accounting

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/Investment Banking/Economics/IB)

Tools

Excel

GAAP

SEC/IRS rules

NAV reporting

Job description

UMB is seeking a Lead Fund Accountant for Alternative Investments to supervise a fund accounting team of varying experience levels. You will manage daily, weekly, and monthly activities, review work, mentor staff, and coordinate with clients and auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role emphasizes ensuring NAV accuracy, applying GAAP and regulatory guidelines, and fostering strong client relationships while developing top talent.