Remote Fund Accounting Manager (SBIC / Private Equity)

Smart4 Energy; New Jersey; On-site; USD 112,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + 3% match

10 paid holidays

Performance-based bonus

24-hour CV feedback

Job summary

Smart4 Energy is looking for a Fund Accounting Manager to support SBIC funds in a high-impact, fully remote role. You will lead fund accounting, manage controllership services, and prepare necessary regulatory filings.

The ideal candidate has 5-8+ years in private equity or fund accounting and strong experience in controllership. Competitive salary starts at $125k+ with additional performance-based bonuses, a 401(k) plan, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in private equity / fund accounting.
• Strong experience in controllership / review responsibilities.
• Exposure to SBIC funds highly preferred.
• Hands-on accounting + ability to review/oversee work.
• Fund accounting + tax experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading fund accounting and controllership services for investment funds.
• Preparing & reviewing SBIC regulatory filings (Forms 468 & 1031).
• Overseeing trial balances, journal entries, and fund-level financials.
• Managing financial reporting and disclosure preparation.
• Ensuring compliance with SBA regulations and reporting deadlines.

Skills

Private equity / fund accounting

Controllership / review responsibilities

SBIC compliance

Hands‑on accounting

Fund accounting + tax experience

Education

CPA

Job description

Smart4 Energy is looking for a Fund Accounting Manager to support SBIC funds in a high-impact, fully remote role. You will lead fund accounting, manage controllership services, and prepare necessary regulatory filings.

The ideal candidate has 5-8+ years in private equity or fund accounting and strong experience in controllership. Competitive salary starts at $125k+ with additional performance-based bonuses, a 401(k) plan, and flexible work arrangements.