Senior Fund Accountant (Private Equity)

Altum Consulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm in New York, NY, is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to manage financial reporting for private equity funds. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred, along with 4-7 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements under US GAAP, supporting audits, and collaborating with stakeholders. This position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience, ideally within audit, private equity, real estate, or fund administration.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day accounting and reporting for a portfolio of private equity funds.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements under US GAAP.
• Prepare and validate transaction bookings for investments.
• Partner with Fund Controllers and external administrators.
• Support audits, regulatory filings, and investor reporting cycles.
• Collaborate with deal and operations teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Conduct regular reporting and analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative work

Technical understanding of US GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

CPA or equivalent preferred

Job description

Senior Fund Accountant - Private Equity

Location: New York, NY

Compensation: $125,000 - $150,000 base + bonus & LTIP

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

The Opportunity

As a Senior Fund Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial reporting, analysis, and control environment for a portfolio of private equity funds across the US and international markets. This position offers exposure to complex investment structures, cross-border investments, and senior stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day accounting and reporting for a portfolio of private equity funds.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements under US GAAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and validate transaction bookings for investments, quarterly investment valuation and other investment-related information.
• Partner with Fund Controllers and external administrators to review NAVs, investor allocations, and capital activity.
• Support audits, regulatory filings, and investor reporting cycles.
• Collaborate with deal and operations teams on transaction activity, valuations, and capital calls/distributions.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within fund accounting and reporting.
• Conduct regular reporting and analysis for client packs and internal reporting requirements.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA or equivalent preferred.
• 4-7 years of relevant experience, ideally within audit, private equity, real estate, or fund administration.
• Strong technical understanding of US GAAP and fund structures.
• Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

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