Job Overview – Senior Fund Accountant
Compensation: $90,000 – $115,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Senior Fund Accountant in New York, NY for our client, supporting the accounting and financial reporting of private investment funds within a leading global investment management firm. This role offers broad exposure to fund accounting, financial reporting, investor activity, portfolio valuations, and cross-functional collaboration with investment professionals and senior leadership. The ideal candidate is a CPA with public accounting experience who is looking to transition into private equity or alternative asset management.
Responsibilities as the Senior Fund Accountant:
- Fund Accounting: Prepare fund financial statements, capital calls, distributions, and other fund accounting activities for assigned investment funds.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare management reports, investor reporting, financial analyses, and other periodic reporting to support fund operations.
- Fund Operations: Perform account reconciliations, maintain fund records, process investment activity, and support the day-to-day accounting and operational needs of investment funds.
- Audit & Compliance: Support portfolio valuation processes, coordinate with external auditors, and assist with annual audits and financial reporting requirements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with finance, investment professionals, fund administrators, and other internal teams to support fund operations and ongoing initiatives.
Qualifications for the Senior Fund Accountant:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: Active CPA designation is required.
- Experience: 2–4 years of public accounting experience is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience auditing or supporting alternative investment clients, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or similar investment funds, is preferred. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting is required.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required. Experience with fund accounting systems or financial reporting software is preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, 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.