Senior Fund Accountant (Family Office)

Blake Smith Staffing LLC; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Blake Smith Staffing LLC is seeking a Family Office / Fund Accountant to join their finance team in Stamford, Connecticut. The role entails core accounting functions such as bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 2–6 years of relevant experience. A competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits package will be provided, reflecting your qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of relevant experience in public accounting, fund accounting, or family office.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple entities.
• Professional communicator comfortable with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform core accounting functions including journal entries and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for various entities.
• Act as a key liaison with internal teams and external advisors.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Financial statements

Bank reconciliations

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

Overview

A confidential, single‑family office affiliated with a sophisticated investment platform is seeking a Family Office / Fund Accountant to join a lean, highly collaborative finance team. This role supports comprehensive accounting and financial reporting across a diverse set of entities, including investment vehicles, operating companies, trusts, and foundations. The position offers broad exposure, direct stakeholder interaction, and meaningful responsibility in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform core accounting functions including bank reconciliations, daily cash monitoring, journal entries, and month‑end general ledger closes
• Maintain books and records for family‑owned domestic and international for‑profit entities
• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules across investments, operating companies, foundations, estate planning vehicles, and personal wealth structures
• Produce monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with the preparation of VAT filings, internal and external budgets, and forecast analyses
• Prepare and/or review annual audit workpapers and assist with audit coordination
• Support ad‑hoc and special projects as directed by senior leadership or clients (scope varies year to year)
• Act as a key liaison with internal teams, external advisors, consultants, and service providers
• Communicate directly with family members and stakeholders, including responding to requests that may fall outside traditional accounting responsibilities, in partnership with the broader family office team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• 2–6 years of relevant experience in public accounting, fund accounting, family office, or comparable financial roles
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial statements, and reconciliations
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks or similar platforms) preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple entities and priorities simultaneously
• Professional, discreet communicator comfortable interacting with senior stakeholders and family principals

Attributes for Success

• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and highly dependable
• Comfortable working in a small‑team, high‑responsibility environment
• Able to balance structured accounting work with ad‑hoc, client‑driven requests
• Demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and a service‑oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

A competitive base salary, performance bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement plan with employer contribution, and paid time off. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.