Senior Fund Accountant – Mutual Fund

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

Oliver James Associates Ltd. in downtown Chicago is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant specialized in Mutual Funds to lead a growing team.

The role focuses on NAV reviews and financial statement preparation, coordinating with fund administrators and custodians, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of mutual fund accounting experience and strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC filings, with proficiency in Excel and fund accounting software.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of mutual fund or registered fund accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of NAV processes, GAAP, and SEC filings.
• Experience with alternatives/private equity is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and fund accounting software.
• CPA or progress toward certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review NAVs and fund financials
• Coordinate with fund administrators and custodians
• Prepare financial statements and regulatory filings
• Support audits, tax filings, and compliance reviews
• Track capital activity and assist with investment valuations

Skills

NAV processes

GAAP

SEC filings

Education

CPA or progress toward certification

Tools

Excel

Fund accounting software

Job description

My client, a top Boutique Private Equity firm in the downtown Chicago area is looking for an Senior Fund Accountant that is specialised in Mutual Funds to join and lead their expanding team due to high growth. Our client works on a hybrid basis in the loop, offers competitive compensation, comprehensive health, PTO and retirement benefit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review NAVs and fund financials
• Coordinate with fund administrators and custodians
• Prepare financial statements and regulatory filings
• Support audits, tax filings, and compliance reviews
• Track capital activity and assist with investment valuations

Qualifications:

• 3-6 years of mutual fund or registered fund accounting experience
• Strong understanding of NAV processes, GAAP, and SEC filings
• Experience with alternatives/private equity is a plus
• Proficient in Excel and fund accounting software
• CPA or progress toward certification preferred