Manager - Private Equity Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SS&C Technologies in Edina, MN and Dallas, TX is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to lead a team delivering accurate accounting and reporting for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment products.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders, and drive process improvements to ensure operational excellence and exceptional client service in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting experience with 2+ years financial markets accounting experience.
• Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Strong dispute resolution and problem solving skills.
• Strong organizational and detail orientation with ability to manage and prioritize work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with internal control processes.
• Demonstrated customer service and continuous improvement focus.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and developing teams.
• Ability to work in a changing, fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Knowledge of financial markets securities.
• Proficiency with MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team engaged in fund accounting activities for hedge funds and private equity funds.
• Provide fund accounting services and accurate reporting to clients.
• Oversee daily/ monthly P&L, balance sheet reviews, NAV packs and valuation.
• Review work and provide technical guidance to fund accountants.
• Lead training, coaching, and development of your team.
• Respond to requests from portfolio managers, auditors and management.
• Drive projects and process improvements across the fund accounting function.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Organization/detail oriented

Internal controls

US GAAP

IFRS knowledge

MS Excel

Hedge fund accounting

Private equity accounting

Financial markets accounting

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CMA/CPA/CFA level 1

Tools

TNR

Investran

Geneva

Geneva World Investor

Job description

Job Title: Manager, Private Equity - Fund Accounting

Locations: Edina, MN (hybrid), Dallas, TX (hybrid)

About the Role

As a Fund Accounting Manager, you will lead a team responsible for delivering accurate accounting and reporting services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment products. In this role, you'll oversee financial reporting, mentor and develop team members, collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders, and drive process improvements to ensure operational excellence and exceptional client service.

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

• Responsible for managing professional and clerical staff engaged in fund accounting activities
• Provides fund accounting services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other fund products
• Ensure accurate reporting of the funds' performance to the clients in the form of profit and loss reporting and month end NAVs.
• Review work of fund accountants and provide technical expertise to assist the accountants in their responsibilities, including:
• Daily and Monthly Profit and Loss reporting
• Monthly Balance Sheet Reviews
• Monthly NAV Packs and Valuation
• Provide leadership, training, and coaching to the fund accountants on your team.
• Respond to various requests from portfolio managers, auditors and Global Fund Services management.
• Be actively involved in projects and process improvements.

Required Experience

• 5+ years accounting experience with 2+ years financial markets accounting experience
• Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Strong dispute resolution and effective problem solving skills
• Strong organizational and detail oriented skills with proven ability to manage and prioritize work to meet deadlines despite frequent interruptions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experienced with internal control processes
• Demonstrated customer service and continuous improvement focus
• Demonstrated leadership in managing, coaching/developing, and motivating team members
• Ability to work in a changing, fast-paced work environment
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
• Knowledge of financial markets securities
• Knowledge, experience and skills in the use of PC-based systems including MS Excel

What Sets You Apart

• Experience with hedge fund and private equity accounting
• Working knowledge of TNR, Investran, Geneva, and Geneva World Investor
• CMA, CPA, CFA level 1

Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities.