Fund Accountant

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  • San Mateo, California
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

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    • Fund Managementunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Investment Fundsunmatched
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    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Private Fundingunmatched
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    • Regulationsunmatched
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    Description

    Confidential – Senior Fund Accountant

    About the Company
    An established and growing technology-focused private equity firm with multiple U.S. and international offices. The firm invests in mid-market software and technology-enabled services companies through buyout, growth capital, emerging buyout, and private credit strategies, with over $23B in committed capital.

    Position Summary
    The firm is seeking a full-time Senior Fund Accountant to join its Finance team. This hybrid role (Mon–Thu in-office, Fri remote) reports to the Fund Controller and is responsible for overseeing fund accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting for multiple investment funds.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Review and oversee the preparation of quarterly/annual fund financial statements by the fund administrator in accordance with GAAP.

    • Manage capital activity including calls, distributions, and partner capital allocations.

    • Review reconciliations of investment, cash, and partner capital accounts.

    • Review management fee and waterfall allocations, including carried interest and preferred returns.

    • Oversee fund expense allocations per fund policies.

    • Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, regulations, and internal controls.

    • Coordinate and manage annual fund audits with external auditors.

    • Assist in portfolio valuation reviews and cross-functional projects with Finance, Legal, Investor Relations, and Investment teams.

    • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, automation, and risk reduction.

    • Present annual process improvement outcomes to leadership.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    • 3–5+ years of private equity fund accounting or administration experience preferred.

    • Advanced Excel skills; experience with fund accounting software.

    • Strong attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.

    • Strong written/verbal communication skills.

    • U.S. work authorization required.

    • CPA designation or active pursuit preferred.

    Compensation & Benefits
    Competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) match, life and disability insurance, and additional perks.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Mateo, California

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