Job Overview – Vice President, Alternative Investment Fund Accounting:
Compensation: $175,000 – $200,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Join our client’s finance team as Vice President, Alternative Investment Fund Accounting, in New York, NY. In this hybrid leadership role, you’ll oversee private equity fund-of-funds accounting, manage third-party administrators, review financial statements, support audits and tax compliance, and deliver reporting to the Controller and General Partners. Ideal for professionals with private equity or FoF experience and a strong grasp of fund operations and financial controls.
Responsibilities as the Vice President, Alternative Investment Fund Accounting:
- Fund Accounting Oversight: Manage day-to-day accounting and administration for private equity fund-of-funds, including NAV and allocation reviews.
- Administrator Coordination: Liaise with third-party administrators on reconciliations, capital activity, and investor reporting.
- Financial Review: Oversee journal entries, cash reconciliations, and quarterly financial statement preparation.
- Audit & Tax Support: Drive audit readiness and coordinate tax estimates, filings, and K-1 distributions.
- Internal Reporting: Deliver reporting and analysis to Controllers and GPs to support performance tracking and strategic decisions.
- Process Optimization: Recommend improvements to accounting workflows, controls, and system integration.
Qualifications for the Vice President, Alternative Investment Fund Accounting:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Experience: 7+ years in public or private accounting focused on private equity, fund-of-funds, or alternative investments.
- Certification: CPA preferred.
- Technical Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency required, with experience in fund accounting systems and platforms like Investran, eFront, or similar preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of private equity fund structures, capital activity, audit processes, and investor reporting.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and external partners effectively.
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.