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PeopleCaddie · 2 weeks ago

Fund Accounting Manager / Senior Associate

New York, NY

Contract

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

PeopleCaddie is a leading public accounting firm seeking an experienced Fund Accounting Manager or Senior Associate for a 6-month engagement. This role involves overseeing fund financial reporting, audit coordination, and ensuring the integrity of financial data across complex investment structures.

Recruiting

Responsibilities

Oversee month-end and quarterly NAV calculations, including pricing, financial reporting, and accounting of the Fund

Coordinate and lead the Fund audit process, working directly with external auditors to meet reporting deadlines

Manage partnership transactions, including carried interest and waterfall calculations

Oversee purchase and sale transactions throughout their full life cycles

Ensure fund and investment accounting compliance with U.S. GAAP and other local GAAP requirements

Perform analytical reviews of monthly/quarterly investment and fund performance data to evaluate historical performance and forecast future results

Prepare cash flow analyses, total rate of return, and profitability reports to support portfolio management decisions

Prepare and monitor debt covenant reporting and communicate fund debt positions to management

Track and ensure accurate application of tax strategies within the fund and its investments

Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders including portfolio managers, controllers, and auditors

Identify and implement process improvements and system automation to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls

Mentor and develop junior staff, providing training, coaching, and performance assessments

Maintain high utilization and meet or exceed targeted billable hours

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fund accounting experienceCPA certificationFund accounting systemsAnalytical skillsAdvanced Excel proficiencyCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred/required depending on level

3–8 years of fund accounting experience, ideally within a public accounting firm or fund administrator

Strong working knowledge of fund accounting systems, including Investran, Geneva, OneSource, or DFIN Arc Reporting

Proven experience with complex investment and fund structures, including master-feeder funds, blocker entities, liquidated funds, and newly launched funds

Demonstrated experience collaborating with Fund Portfolio Managers, Controllers, and Audit teams

Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with automation tools or process optimization initiatives preferred

Willingness to work extended hours and travel as needed