Managing Director – Private Equity Fund Accounting (CFO Support Services)

IQ-EQ; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investor services provider is seeking a Managing Director in San Francisco to lead client relationships, provide expert accounting guidance, and ensure the accuracy of financial deliverables. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in alternative investment management and a bachelor’s degree in accounting with an active CPA license. This role comes with a comprehensive benefits package, generous PTO, and a salary range of $170,000–$240,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Health benefits including medical and dental

Paid parental leave

Hybrid work schedule

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in alternative investment management including hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital.
• Deep expertise in fund accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in managing multiple client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and provide accounting guidance.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and tax filings.
• Evaluate and improve financial processes and manage client onboarding.

Skills

Alternative investment management

Client relationship management

Financial reporting

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Expensify

NetSuite

Sage

Job description

Managing Director – Private Equity Fund Accounting (CFO Support Services)

Company Description
We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end‑to‑end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top‑15 private equity firms.

Our services are underpinned by a Group‑wide commitment to ESG and best‑in‑class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in‑house experts. Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.

Job Description
This role involves leading client relationships by providing expert accounting guidance, overseeing financial processes, and ensuring timely and accurate deliverables. It requires strong collaboration within a team environment, including mentoring, supervising staff, and improving operational efficiency. Additionally, the position includes managing audits, tax filings, budgeting, and client onboarding while identifying opportunities for service expansion and maintaining high‑quality client service.

What You’ll Do

• Lead client relationships as the primary contact, offering accounting guidance and ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, tax filings, and fee calculations, ensuring compliance with fund documents and accounting policies.
• Evaluate and improve financial processes, manage client onboarding, and align expectations using best practices.
• Manage billing, monitor engagement economics, supervise direct reports, and identify opportunities to expand services across IQ‑EQ segments.
• Foster a collaborative team environment through mentoring, training, and active participation in meetings and departmental initiatives.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ well‑being and work‑life balance.
• Generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time, sick time and paid holidays, and financial wellness supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match (subject to eligibility).
• Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health support and additional ancillary insurance plans.
• Paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule, promoting both personal and professional fulfillment.
• Salary dependent on experience and location ($170,000–$240,000).

Qualifications

• Location in San Francisco or Los Angeles, CA metro areas.
• 15+ years of experience in alternative investment management (hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, or real estate), bachelor’s degree in accounting and active CPA license.
• Deep expertise in fund accounting and financial reporting, ideally with in‑house experience.
• Proficiency in managing multiple client engagements with strong attention to detail and multitasking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with QuickBooks, Bill.com, Expensify, NetSuite, and Sage.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations; we continuously work to reduce our environmental impact while building long‑term relationships with all stakeholders.