Fund Accounting Manager (Private Assets)

Job summary

Lead the fund accounting team and oversee daily operations, including NAV calculations, financial statements, allocations, expense reviews, and client deliverables. Ensure compliance and accuracy, coordinate audits and cross-functional service delivery, and develop the team while improving operational efficiency and quality controls.

Job details

A respected player in the investment management space is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager (Private Equity) to oversee end-to-end operations for a portfolio of private equity funds. This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for professionals who bring a deep understanding of fund accounting and a passion for team development, process improvement, and client service excellence. What You’ll Be Doing Manage a high-performing team to ensure departmental goals are met Oversee the day-to-day operations of the fund accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency Lead the calculation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs), financial statements, trial balances, and partner/shareholder allocations Review complex fund expenses including management fees, admin fees, carried interest, and more Ensure the quality and accuracy of all accounting work and client deliverables, including investor statements Interpret partnership agreements, PPMs, and other governing documents to ensure compliance and accuracy Ensure all documentation and processes comply with regulatory and internal standards Coordinate with internal teams including Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting, and Integration for seamless service delivery Act as a primary liaison to clients and external stakeholders, responding to queries with accuracy and professionalism Oversee and coordinate external audit processes Mentor, train, and guide team members, conducting performance reviews and identifying development opportunities Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and implement quality control measures What You Bring Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field CPA, CFA, or equivalent accounting designation preferred 3-5 years of hands-on fund accounting experience with private equity or alternative investment funds 4+ years of experience managing fund accounting teams Solid understanding of US/Canadian GAAP and fund-level financial reporting Experience preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements Strong leadership and people management skills Excellent communication and organizational abilities Advanced Excel skills Why This Role This is a chance to step into a key leadership position with a global organization that values accuracy, innovation, and team development. You'll be central to delivering best-in-class fund accounting services to high-profile clients while leading a team committed to continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

Lead the fund accounting team and oversee daily operations, including NAV calculations, financial statements, allocations, expense reviews, and client deliverables. Ensure compliance and accuracy, coordinate audits and cross-functional service delivery, and develop the team while improving operational efficiency and quality controls.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with a CPA, CFA, or equivalent designation preferred. Candidates should have private equity or alternative investment fund accounting experience, at least four years managing fund accounting teams, knowledge of US or Canadian GAAP, financial reporting and general ledgers, strong leadership and communication skills, and advanced Excel skills.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Fund Accounting
• Private Equity
• Team Leadership
• People Management
• Net Asset Value Calculation
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger
• Partner Allocations
• Fund Expense Review
• Partnership Agreement Interpretation
• Regulatory Compliance
• Client Service
• External Audit Coordination
• Process Improvement
• Quality Control
• Advanced Excel

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership