Senior Accountant, PE Fund Finance
We are looking for a Senior Accounting Associate to join a top-tier global alternative investment platform. This role sits within a high-performing credit finance group supporting complex credit and special situations strategies. You’ll play a hands-on role in fund accounting, portfolio monitoring, and investor reporting while partnering closely with investment professionals, portfolio management, and external service providers. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant coming from public accounting (big 4 is ideal) and/or an investment advisor environment who wants to join a top performing team, often described as a "career accelerator". Company / Team / Position Highlights
- Credit-focused investment platform operating across market cycles with a diverse and sophisticated portfolio
- Highly visible seat within the credit fund finance organization with regular interaction across investment, portfolio management, tax, legal, and investor relations teams
- Strong culture of collaboration, accountability, and internal mobility with a proven track record of development and promotion
- Opportunity to gain exposure to complex investment structures including structured capital, asset-backed positions, and debt and equity investments
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus and a generous profit sharing program
- Comprehensive benefits package including top-tier healthcare plans, parental leave, 401(k), and time off
- Work structure with strong flexibility and a professional, business-casual environment
Key Responsibilities
- Support monthly and quarterly fund accounting, close, and reporting processes for credit and special situations vehicles
- Review NAVs, capital activity, returns, and investor reporting deliverables prepared by administrators
- Assist with quarterly financial statements, management fee and incentive calculations, and investor capital reporting
- Partner with investment and portfolio management teams to address financial questions and reporting needs
- Support year-end audit processes and coordinate with external auditors and service providers
- Develop an understanding of complex fund structures and related tax, legal, and accounting considerations
- Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency
Qualifications
- Experience in public accounting (big 4) and/or at an investment advisor, fund administrator, or asset manager
- Experience supporting fund accounting and investor reporting within credit, private funds, or alternative investments
- Strong Excel skills; interest or experience with automation tools (VBA, Power BI, Alteryx, Python) a plus
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