Manager, Private Equity & FOF

SS&C Technologies; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SS&C Technologies seeks an experienced Manager for Private Equity & FoF Accounting in a hybrid role across San Francisco and Walnut Creek. You will lead key client relationships, oversee full-spectrum alternative fund accounting from capital activity to audits, and develop junior staff to ensure high-quality delivery in a fast-paced environment.

You will apply deep expertise in private equity fund accounting, manage capital calls and distributions, and shape team performance while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 7+ years of accounting experience with a focus on alternative investment funds - private equity/fund of funds
• 2+ years of management/supervisory experience
• Team player with ability to work independently
• Knowledge of US GAAP and investment partnerships emphasis
• Experience supervising 1+ staff
• Input into hiring/termination decisions and staff feedback
• Hands-on management style with leadership skills to develop junior staff
• Project management skills with ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more key client relationships, ensuring timely delivery of fund accounting and reporting deliverables
• Apply expertise in alternative investment fund accounting, focusing on private equity LPs
• Lead and develop junior staff with coaching and performance reviews
• Review fund governing documents to ensure accurate application of fund terms
• Oversee and review all transaction activity including capital calls, distributions, accruals, and valuations
• Prepare and review workpapers, capital accounts, investor allocations, and management fee calculations
• Build and maintain distribution waterfall models
• Review financial statements, schedules, and disclosures for accuracy
• Support year-end audits with clients, auditors, and internal teams
• Assist with tax reporting support and other deliverables
• Manage client expectations and timelines for high-quality delivery
• Contribute to team and firm initiatives for continuous improvement

Skills

Fund accounting

Private equity

Team leadership

Client management

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Private Equity & FoF Accounting

Locations: San Francisco, CA (hybrid) Walnut Creek, CA (hybrid)

About the Role

Step into a client-facing leadership role where you'll manage key private equity fund relationships and oversee the full spectrum of alternative investment fund accounting, from capital activity and waterfalls to financial reporting and audits. You'll also play a hands-on role in developing junior talent, shaping team performance, and ensuring high-quality delivery across complex, deadline-driven client engagements. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise in private markets while building leadership experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Why Join SS&C

SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.

You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Manage one or more key client relationships, ensuring timely delivery of all fund accounting and reporting deliverables
• Apply strong expertise in alternative investment fund accounting, with a focus on private equity limited partnerships
• Lead and develop junior staff, including setting goals, providing ongoing coaching, and contributing to performance reviews
• Review fund governing documents (LPA, offering documents, side letters, IMAs) to ensure accurate application of fund terms
• Oversee and review all transaction activity, including capital calls, distributions, accruals, and valuation adjustments
• Prepare and review workpaper files, capital account statements, investor allocations, and management fee calculations
• Build and maintain distribution waterfall models in accordance with fund terms
• Review financial statements, supporting schedules, and disclosures for accuracy and completeness
• Support and coordinate the year-end audit process in partnership with clients, auditors, and internal teams
• Assist with tax reporting support and other client deliverables as needed
• Manage client expectations and coordinate timelines with internal teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery
• Contribute to broader team and firm initiatives, supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on alternative investment funds - private equity experience/fund of funds
• 2+ years of management/supervisory experience
• Team player mentality with the ability to work independently
• Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other comprehensive basis of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships
• Experience supervising 1 or more professional staff
• Provide significant input into hiring and termination decisions as well as providing continuous performance feedback to staff
• Hands-on management style with strong leadership skills and ability to develop junior staff
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to multi-task
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills

What Sets You Apart

Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities.