About the job Senior Fund Accountant
Role Overview:
Seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to oversee fund accounting operations, ensure accurate NAV reporting, and provide technical expertise in private equity fund administration. The role combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with mentorship, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and validate NAVs, financial statements, and partner capital statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Post, reconcile, and monitor complex transactions, including bank feeds, journal entries, and investment updates.
• Analyze fund agreements and capital/distribution requests to assess impact on accounting and partner capital.
• Review accounting entries for complex events such as restructuring, acquisitions, and investment disposals.
• Collaborate with operations teams to resolve exceptions and ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Mentor junior team members, provide training, and serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
• Support team leadership in achieving KPIs, monitoring performance, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing process improvements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and deliver high-quality service to clients.
Qualifications:
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2+ years of private equity or fund accounting experience.
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Strong understanding of venture capital, private equity, fund structures, and fund administration.
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Experience interpreting Limited Partnership Agreements.
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Familiarity with Investran or similar fund accounting platforms is advantageous.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts clearly.
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Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
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Demonstrated leadership and mentorship capabilities, with a proactive approach to process improvement.