Senior VP, Fund Administration — Hybrid, Contract-to-Hire

Connect Search, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Search, LLC in Chicago offers a leadership role overseeing Fund Administration within a hybrid schedule (2 days onsite, 3 remote) on a contract-to-hire basis. The Senior Vice President of Fund Administration leads a team of about six specialists, ensuring GAAP compliant financial reporting and strong client service.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in fund administration, a finance/accounting degree, and proven leadership in complex fund environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of specialized Fund Administration experience with fund accounting knowledge.
• Proven leadership supervising teams of six or more professionals.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance.
• Experience managing client relationships and multiple fund administration engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Fund Administration department, providing supervision and development to a team of about six professionals.
• Oversee fund accounting operations, including monthly and quarterly financial reporting and investor reporting.
• Serve as primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and delivering exceptional service.
• Review financial statements, fund accounting activity, reconciliations, distributions, and reporting deliverables for accuracy.
• Ensure GAAP, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and fund administration policies.
• Oversee onboarding and administration of new funds, including structures and reporting processes.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax reporting, and financial statement preparation with external firms.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Loan Servicing, and Corporate Accounting on cash activity and intercompany transactions.
• Identify process improvements, reporting efficiency, and technology solutions.
• Partner with senior leadership on operational initiatives and team development.

Skills

Fund Administration

Leadership

Excel

Client relationships

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Entrilia

Job description

Connect Search, LLC in Chicago offers a leadership role overseeing Fund Administration within a hybrid schedule (2 days onsite, 3 remote) on a contract-to-hire basis. The Senior Vice President of Fund Administration leads a team of about six specialists, ensuring GAAP compliant financial reporting and strong client service.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in fund administration, a finance/accounting degree, and proven leadership in complex fund environments.