Fund Accountant
Fund Accountant - Hedge Fund
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 base + bonus
We are partnering with a multi-billion dollar hedge fund to hire a Fund Accountant to support the firm's flagship strategies. This individual will work closely with the fund accounting team, portfolio managers, and external administrators to ensure accurate reporting and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the books and records for hedge fund entities, including daily/monthly NAV calculations
- Reconcile positions, cash, and P&L with prime brokers, custodians, and internal systems
- Review fund administrator outputs, including NAV packages and investor allocations
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, including financial statement preparation
- Assist with management and performance reporting for internal stakeholders
- Coordinate with auditors, tax providers, and fund administrators during audits and filings
- Monitor portfolio activity including trades, corporate actions, and fee calculations
- Support process improvements and automation initiatives across the accounting function
Qualifications:
- 2-5+ years of experience in fund accounting, preferably within a hedge fund or fund administrator
- Strong knowledge of hedge fund structures and investment products (equities, derivatives, credit)
- Experience with NAV calculations and reconciliations
- CPA or progress toward CPA preferred
- Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems
- Detail-oriented with strong communication and organizational skills
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.