Private Equity Fund Accounting Specialist

Nextera Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextera Search is seeking an experienced Fund Accounting Associate for an investment management firm in New York. You will support quarterly close, fund reporting packages, and reconciliations across accounting systems.

The role involves coordinating with external fund administrators, maintaining records, supporting audits and tax reporting, and preparing internal reports. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, including private equity fund accounting or third-party fund administration.
• Experience with fund financial reporting, account reconciliations, and close processes.
• Familiarity with private equity fund structures and investment accounting.
• Strong Excel skills and the ability to reconcile data and investigate discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Support the quarterly close and review fund reporting packages and schedules.
• Monitor cash and investment activity, reconcile balances across accounting systems.
• Coordinate with external fund administrators to resolve questions and keep reporting on schedule.
• Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation for funds and related entities.
• Assist with annual audits and tax reporting by preparing schedules and responding to requests.
• Prepare internal reports and assist with ad hoc projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Fund accounting software

Job description

Nextera Search is seeking an experienced Fund Accounting Associate for an investment management firm in New York. You will support quarterly close, fund reporting packages, and reconciliations across accounting systems.

The role involves coordinating with external fund administrators, maintaining records, supporting audits and tax reporting, and preparing internal reports. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.