Private Equity Fund Accounting Lead

WSS Associates; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WSS Associates is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to lead the delivery of accounting and reporting for a portfolio of private equity funds. The role combines hands-on fund accounting, team leadership, and direct client responsibility to ensure accurate, timely reporting.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in private equity fund accounting, strong leadership, and proficiency with fund structures, US GAAP, and NAV/financial statement preparation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience with private equity fund accounting
• Experience reviewing work of others and leading accounting professionals
• Strong understanding of private equity fund structures and accounting processes
• Experience with general ledgers, NAVs and financial statements
• Knowledge of US GAAP and related accounting frameworks
• Experience dealing with senior stakeholders and client relationships

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Fund Accountants and Senior Fund Accountants
• Oversee NAV calculations, general ledgers and trial balances for private equity funds
• Review financial statements, investor reporting and partner allocations
• Review capital calls, distributions and fund-level transactions
• Oversee calculation of management fees, fund expenses and carried interest
• Coordinate external audits from planning through completion
• Interpret fund documentation and onboarding of new funds
• Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs across the team
• Collaborate with investor services, tax and financial reporting teams

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationship management

US GAAP knowledge

Private equity fund accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

Fund accounting software

Job description

WSS Associates is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to lead the delivery of accounting and reporting for a portfolio of private equity funds. The role combines hands-on fund accounting, team leadership, and direct client responsibility to ensure accurate, timely reporting.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in private equity fund accounting, strong leadership, and proficiency with fund structures, US GAAP, and NAV/financial statement preparation.