Lead Fund Accountant at Jobgether – United States
Jobgether
United States, United States
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Lead Fund Accountant
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Fund Accountant in United States.
In this role, you will lead fund-level accounting operations for complex investment structures, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. You will manage month-end and year-end close processes, oversee capital activity and distributions, and serve as a key liaison for investor inquiries. The position involves technical accounting analysis, process improvement initiatives, and collaboration across finance, legal, treasury, and compliance teams. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality financial data, supporting strategic decision-making, and enhancing operational efficiency. This role requires autonomy, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced, high-volume environment. It offers the opportunity to influence accounting policies and drive best practices in fund management.
Accountabilities:- Lead the preparation of fund-level financial statements, journal entries, supporting schedules, and general ledger reconciliations.
- Manage month-end and year-end close procedures, including capital account statements and reconciliations.
- Oversee fund capital tables, ensuring accurate recording of ownership details, contributions, distributions, and unfunded balances.
- Prepare and review capital call and distribution calculations in compliance with governing agreements.
- Conduct technical accounting research and produce clear, actionable accounting position memoranda.
- Review investment activity to ensure proper accounting treatment and alignment with fund agreements.
- Collaborate with investor relations, legal, treasury, tax, and compliance teams to support reporting and cross-functional alignment.
- Identify opportunities to enhance processes, reporting flows, and internal controls for continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or CPA eligibility strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of fund accounting or audit experience, with exposure to private equity, venture capital, private credit, and/or real estate funds.
- Strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to independently research, interpret, and apply US GAAP.
- Experience with complex fund structures, waterfall mechanics, carried interest, and capital activity.
- Proficiency with accounting systems such as Yardi Investment Accounting, Investment Management, or Investran preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills, including modeling, scenario analysis, and reconciliation techniques.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to operate independently, and comfort working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus bonus, with total compensation commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits exceeding market expectations.
- 401(k) plan with company match and additional voluntary benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Flexible remote work environment with support for collaboration and career growth.
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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