Senior Fund Accountant

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in New York is hiring a Senior Fund Accountant to manage NAV processes and ensure accurate fund reporting. This role involves reconciling P&L allocations, reviewing incentive fees, and collaborating with various internal teams. Ideal candidates should have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and 5-10 years of relevant fund accounting experience in private equity or hedge funds. Competitive salary and bonus offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of fund accounting experience in private equity or hedge funds.
• Strong U.S. GAAP expertise in fund reporting.
• Experience in financial modeling and reporting tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage NAV finalization and P&L reconciliation.
• Review management fees and ensure compliance.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Deliver monthly NAV estimates and fund forecasts.
• Support regulatory filings and investor reporting.
• Collaborate with Operations, Investor Relations, and Compliance.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Fund administration experience

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Fund accounting systems

Job description

Job Overview

Senior Fund Accountant: Compensation: $150,000 – $160,000/year + bonus

Location: New York, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Fund Accountant for our client in New York, NY. In this role, you will manage NAV processes, reconcile P&L allocations, and ensure accurate reporting for private funds. You will also review incentive fees, capital calls, and distributions while working with fund administrators, auditors, and internal teams. Ideal candidates bring strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, fund administration experience, and the ability to collaborate across finance, investor relations, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• NAV Oversight: Manage NAV finalization, including P&L reconciliation and investor allocations, while resolving discrepancies with fund administrators.
• Fee & Capital Transactions: Review management fees, carried interest, capital calls, distributions, and allocation notices for accuracy and compliance.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements under U.S. GAAP and coordinate with auditors during year-end reviews.
• Performance & Forecasting: Deliver monthly attribution reporting, NAV estimates, fund forecasts, and ad hoc analysis.
• Regulatory & Investor Reporting: Support regulatory filings, investor letters, and firm-level reporting requirements.
• Cross Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Investor Relations, Tax, and Compliance teams to drive business initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Experience: 5-10 years of fund accounting experience in private equity, hedge funds, or combined public and private accounting environments.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong U.S. GAAP expertise with proven experience in fund reporting.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and fund accounting systems, with experience in financial modeling and reporting tools preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.