Fund Accounting Manager | Boston | $135-155K base

Fund Accounting Manager | Boston | $135-155K base 

A Boston-based private equity firm is seeking a Manager, Fund Accounting to oversee fund accounting, financial reporting, and operations across multiple investment vehicles. This individual will work closely with senior finance leadership, external administrators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

Compensation: $135,000-155,000 + bonus & 100% benefits 

Responsibilities

• Oversee quarterly and annual financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage third-party fund administrators and review financial statements.
• Lead year-end audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Oversee capital calls, distributions, investor allocations, and management fee calculations.
• Review carried interest, waterfall calculations, and fund expenses.
• Manage credit facilities, cash management, and liquidity planning.
• Oversee NAV calculations and regulatory reporting for domestic and international fund structures.
• Interpret LPAs and side letters to ensure accurate allocations and distributions.
• Partner with internal teams on investor reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years of private equity fund accounting experience or Big 4 experience with significant private equity exposure.
• Prior experience managing or mentoring team members.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and private equity fund structures.
• Advanced Excel skills; Investran and Workday experience preferred.
• Familiarity with LPAs, side letters, carried interest, and waterfall calculations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.