Director Fund Accounting
Director - Fund Accounting (Hedge Fund)
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 base + bonus
Summary
We are partnering with a leading hedge fund to hire a Director of Fund Accounting to oversee core accounting operations across multiple strategies. This leadership role will manage a team and partner directly with senior leadership across finance, operations, and investment teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead the fund accounting function across multiple hedge fund vehicles and strategies
- Oversee NAV production, investor allocations, and financial reporting processes
- Manage relationships with fund administrators, auditors, and external service providers
- Review and approve monthly/quarterly financials, including P&L, balance sheet, and investor reporting
- Ensure accurate accounting treatment across complex instruments (derivatives, structured products, credit)
- Partner with tax, legal, and operations teams on fund launches, restructurings, and new products
- Drive process improvements, internal controls, and scalability across the accounting platform
- Hire, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level team members
Qualifications
- 10+ years of fund accounting experience within hedge funds or alternative asset managers
- Proven experience managing teams and overseeing third-party administrators
- Deep understanding of hedge fund structures and complex investment strategies
- Strong experience with financial reporting, audits, and internal controls
- CPA strongly preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and investment teams
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
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