WhiteCap Search · 1 day ago
Fund Accountant – Alternative Investments Firm
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $110K/yr
1+ years expWhiteCap Search is a prestigious alternative investments firm based in New York City, seeking a Fund Accountant to join its growing team. This hybrid role involves supporting complex fund structures and contributing to the firm’s success in the alternative investments space.
Professional ServicesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Accounting and administration of SMA vehicles
Preparation and review of accounting records, financial statements, and tax work papers
Reconciling month-end NAV reporting from fund administrators and resolving discrepancies
Uploading and reconciling transactions across various systems
Coordinating with the Trade Operations group to troubleshoot cash, position, and market value reconciliation breaks
Assisting in the fund expense accrual budget and payment process
Developing, monitoring, improving, and implementing internal controls, policies, and procedures where necessary
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
1–4 years of experience in alternative investment fund accounting and reporting, specifically within a hedge fund, fund administrator, or as an auditor working on hedge funds
Licensed CPA a plus
Extensive experience working through an audit process, preparing audited financial statements, expense accruals, and investor transaction review/processing
Experience with various management and incentive fee terms and calculations
Basic knowledge of stocks, bonds, foreign currencies, derivatives (exchange-traded and OTC), and other complex instruments
Strong Excel skills and proficiency in various accounting systems
Deep understanding of accounting principles and processes, including journal entries, balance sheet, and income statement presentation and results
Preferred
Experience with Advent Geneva, Arcesium, and Duco a plus
Company
WhiteCap Search
WhiteCap Search is a staffing and recruiting firm that functions to enhance the experience of the job search process.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
J
Jerry Battipaglia
Co-Founder & CEO
B
Barbara Tamberlane
COO and Founding Partner
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