Senior Fund Accountant

Overview

A technology-driven asset management firm specializing in AI and machine learning applications in finance is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant. This role involves leading fund accounting, post-trade operations, reporting, and various projects while mentoring junior team members. The position reports directly to the Fund Accounting Manager and requires collaboration with operations and technical teams to support growth and scale infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure accuracy in key reporting, including monthly and annual financial statements, tax compliance, and treasury management across multiple asset classes and geographies
• Assist with tax compliance reporting review
• Act as a primary point of contact for service providers, ensuring adherence to policies and internal control standards
• Oversee daily and monthly reconciliations between internal records, prime brokers, counterparties, banks, and the fund administrator
• Maintain the internal accounting system; produce and review daily and monthly trading P&L reports, AUM reports, and confirm settlement activity across trading strategies
• Mentor and support junior Fund Accountants
• Drive process improvement and automation initiatives within the fund accounting function

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in hedge fund accounting, public accounting for asset management, or fund administration
• Strong understanding of financial reporting as it applies to investment management funds
• Experience with enterprise-level accounting software such as VPM, Geneva, or Arcesium
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience automating manual processes is preferred
• Exposure to or interest in learning Python or SQL is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting
• Authorization to work in the United States

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 - $125,000
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and technology talks
• Modern office environment with daily catered lunches

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.