Job Overview – Private Equity Fund Accountant:
Compensation: $110,000 – $140,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Oversee fund accounting and investor reporting as a Private Equity Fund Accountant with our client in New York, NY, managing private equity and closed-end fund structures. Review financials, coordinate capital calls and distributions, and handle investor communications through Investran and InvestorVision. Partner with fund administrators, auditors, and internal teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Ideal for candidates with expertise in fund accounting, waterfall calculations, and carried interest allocations.
Responsibilities as the Private Equity Fund Accountant:
- Financial Review: Oversee quarterly financial packages from the fund administrator, including waterfalls, equity roll-forwards, capital statements, and financial statements.
- Capital Activity Management: Coordinate capital calls and distributions, track transactions, and review notices for accuracy.
- Entity Oversight: Manage Luxembourg AIFM, Depositary, and Accounting processes, including standalone audits.
- Investor Communication: Distribute capital statements, financial reports, and K-1s via InvestorVision while maintaining accurate investor records.
- Reporting & Audit Support: Prepare ILPA templates, reconcile data, and coordinate with auditors to meet reporting requirements.
- Process & System Optimization: Utilize Investran and InvestorVision to enhance reporting accuracy and timelines, and support process improvements.
Qualifications for the Private Equity Fund Accountant:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: CPA highly preferred.
- Experience: 3-5 years of accounting experience in public accounting or private equity/closed-end funds, with strong exposure to fund administration and investor reporting.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel with preferred experience in Investran, InvestorVision, and strong knowledge of waterfalls, carried interest, and ILPA reporting.
- Skills & Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.