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Fund Accounting Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: CPS, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Accounting Manager, Financial Controller
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Accounting Manager, Financial Controller
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 115000 - 130000 USD Yearly USD 115000.00 130000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

$115,000 - $130,000

Finance & Accounting Professional, we are seeking a Fund Accounting Manager with expertise in both Private Equity and Hedge Fund accounting. You will lead fund accounting operations and oversee a team responsible for servicing complex alternative investment structures, managing the accounting, financial reporting, investor reporting, and operational activities for a portfolio of private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, and related investment vehicles.

Position

Summary

The role will manage the accounting, financial reporting, investor reporting, and operational activities for a portfolio of private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, and related investment vehicles. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of fund structures, capital activity, investment valuations, partnership accounting, and regulatory reporting. This individual will serve as a key liaison between investment managers, auditors, tax advisors, custodians, and investors while ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting deliverables.

Key Responsibilities Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Manage the accounting and reporting for a portfolio of private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, fund-of-funds, and related investment structures.
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare and review fund financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable reporting standards.
  • Review net asset value (NAV) calculations and investor allocation schedules.
  • Ensure accurate accounting for complex investment transactions, including:
    • Portfolio investments
    • Security trades
    • Derivatives and alternative investments
    • Realized and unrealized gains/losses
    • Management fees and carried interest
    • Incentive allocations and performance fees
  • Monitor and review investment valuations in accordance with valuation policies and fair value guidance.
Private Equity Fund Accounting
  • Oversee accounting for capital calls, distributions, waterfalls, carried interest calculations, and investor allocations.
  • Review investment acquisition and disposition accounting.
  • Monitor partnership capital accounts and investor ownership percentages.
  • Prepare and review schedules related to commitments, unfunded obligations, and portfolio activity.
  • Support portfolio company reporting and consolidation requirements where applicable.
Hedge Fund Accounting
  • Review daily, monthly, and quarterly NAV calculations.
  • Oversee accounting for securities, swaps, options, futures, and other complex financial instruments.
  • Monitor income allocations, expense accruals, and investor subscriptions/redemptions.
  • Reconcile custodial, broker, and prime broker statements.
  • Review performance fee and management fee calculations.
Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary accounting contact for fund managers and investment advisors.
  • Coordinate with auditors, tax preparers, legal counsel, custodians, and third‑party administrators.
  • Present financial results and operational updates to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
  • Support investor inquiries related to financial reporting and capital activity.
Leadership & Team Management
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop fund accountants and senior fund accountants.
  • Review work prepared by team members and ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Assist with staff training, workload management, and performance evaluations.
  • Drive continuous process improvements and automation initiatives.
Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, fund governing documents, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and operational procedures.
  • Support annual audits, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and investor reporting obligations.
  • Stay current on accounting guidance and industry developments impacting alternative investments.
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