Senior Financial Reporting Lead (Alternatives)

Confidential; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Hackensack, NJ seeks a Financial Reporting Specialist to supervise a team delivering accounting, administration, financial reporting, and regulatory reporting for investment companies, including hedge funds and private equity vehicles.

The role requires 5–7 years in alternative investments, strong portfolio accounting knowledge, and CPA preferred. You will drive accuracy, client service, and compliance with audit and tax processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in the alternative investments industry.
• Strong understanding of portfolio accounting and the investment management industry.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of administrators providing accounting, administration, financial reporting, and regulatory reporting services to investment companies, including hedge funds, private equity funds, CLOs, and other alternative investment vehicles.
• Provide accounting and administration support to investment advisers and institutional clients.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for assigned clients and lead resolution of complex accounting, reporting, and operational issues.
• Develop strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor by understanding changing business strategies and requirements.
• Review accounting and financial statement information prepared for audit and tax reviews.
• Assist with the documentation and setup of accounting principles for unusual and complex investment types.
• Oversee the setup and processing of complex expense calculations, incentive fee calculations, and reconciliation items.
• Review qualitative and quantitative data to proactively identify operational and financial risks.
• Anticipate potential obstacles and implement appropriate mitigating solutions.
• Support process improvements and changes designed to enhance client service, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Portfolio accounting

Microsoft Office

Advent applications

Confluence

Investment management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Confluence

Job description

Confidential in Hackensack, NJ seeks a Financial Reporting Specialist to supervise a team delivering accounting, administration, financial reporting, and regulatory reporting for investment companies, including hedge funds and private equity vehicles.

The role requires 5–7 years in alternative investments, strong portfolio accounting knowledge, and CPA preferred. You will drive accuracy, client service, and compliance with audit and tax processes.