Senior Accountant
Senior Accountant
About the Role
A growing private investment organization is looking to add a Senior Accountant to its internal finance group. This position works closely with senior leadership and plays a key role across both corporate accounting and investment fund operations. The individual hired will help oversee financial reporting, investor-related accounting activities, fund transactions, and portfolio oversight while ensuring accurate records and strong financial controls.
This opportunity is well suited for an accounting professional seeking meaningful responsibility, broad exposure to private markets, and a long-term growth trajectory within an investment management environment.
Why This Position Stands Out
Significant Exposure to Leadership
Rather than operating within a large accounting department, this role partners closely with executive management and participates in discussions that influence firm-wide financial planning, reporting, and operational decisions.
Diverse Responsibilities
The position offers involvement across multiple areas of the business, including corporate accounting, fund administration oversight, tax support, investor reporting, audit coordination, and portfolio analytics. Team members are encouraged to develop expertise beyond traditional accounting functions.
Long-Term Advancement Potential
This role is intended for someone interested in building a career within the organization. Individuals who demonstrate strong technical skills, accountability, and business acumen will have opportunities to assume greater leadership responsibilities as the finance function evolves.
Direct Private Capital Exposure
The position provides hands-on experience with investment fund structures, investor capital activity, portfolio company reporting, and financial processes specific to the private equity industry.
Primary Responsibilities
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
- Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
- Prepare adjusting entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Investigate and resolve account discrepancies as needed.
- Administer accounts payable processes and coordinate with external vendors.
Fund Accounting & Investor Relations Support
- Assist with accounting and reporting activities related to investment vehicles.
- Track investor capital transactions, including contributions and distributions.
- Maintain investor records and support the preparation of periodic investor statements and reporting packages.
- Coordinate information requests from investors, auditors, and external service providers.
Compliance, Tax & Operational Support
- Assist with tax reporting requirements and work closely with outside tax advisors.
- Support annual audits and ensure timely completion of audit requests.
- Help strengthen accounting procedures, reporting efficiencies, and internal controls.
- Participate in special projects and initiatives tied to organizational growth.
Portfolio Monitoring
- Review and compile financial information from portfolio investments.
- Assist with performance tracking and recurring reporting for internal stakeholders.
- Support analysis related to investment performance and operating trends.
Desired Background
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of accounting experience, or approximately two years within public accounting environments such as audit, tax, or assurance.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using general ledger/accounting systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate financial information.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to take on increasing responsibility.
- Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive financial and investor information.
Preferred Qualifications
- Public accounting experience in audit, tax, or assurance.
- CPA designation or active pursuit of certification.
- Prior exposure to private investment funds, alternative asset management, or fund accounting environments.
- Interest in developing deeper expertise within the private capital industry.
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