Senior Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager

Private Equity; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in New Jersey is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee the full accounting and financial reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds. The role requires strong technical fund accounting expertise and the ability to manage complex fund structures. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in the private equity sector and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of private equity, venture capital, or alternative investment fund accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of fund structures and partnership accounting.
• Experience in public accounting and in-house is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting and reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds.
• Oversee quarterly and annual closes, including financial statements and partner allocations.
• Collaborate with internal teams on reporting and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Fund accounting expertise

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred

Tools

Investran

eFront

Allvue

Fundwave

Job description

A leading financial services firm in New Jersey is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee the full accounting and financial reporting cycle for multiple private equity funds. The role requires strong technical fund accounting expertise and the ability to manage complex fund structures. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in the private equity sector and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.