Fund Accountant Job Chicago area,Illinois USA,Accounting

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Fund Accountant

Are you ready to launch or accelerate your accounting career in a role that blends financial analysis, operations, and investment exposure? This Fund Accountant opportunity offers hands-on experience supporting investment funds while building a strong technical foundation in accounting and fund operations.

As an Fund Accountant , you will play a key role in the day-to-day oversight of fund activity, including expense analysis, reconciliations, and operational processes. The Fund Accountant will collaborate with internal teams and external service providers to ensure accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement across fund operations.

This Fund Accountant position is ideal for recent graduates with accounting internships or early-career professionals with 1+ years of experience who want to deepen their knowledge in fund accounting and investment products. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to learn, the Fund Accountant role offers a clear path for growth.

What You’ll Do:

Review fund expense calculations, accruals, and invoices prepared by custodians
Perform reconciliations and analyze fund transactions such as subscriptions and redemptions
Support income and capital gain distribution processes
Assist with valuation reviews, pricing exceptions, and issue resolution
Monitor service providers and help track, resolve, and escalate operational issues
Contribute to regulatory and performance reporting efforts
Participate in process improvement, automation, and technology initiatives

What We’re Looking For in a Fund Accountant:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Accounting internship experience or 1+ years of relevant experience
Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Interest in investment funds, financial markets, or fund administration
Experience with Excel; exposure to tools like Power BI or Tableau is a plus
CPA track or interest is welcomed but not required

Why Consider This Fund Accountant Role?

Gain exposure to investment products and fund operations early in your career
Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with learning opportunities
Build a broad skill set across accounting, reporting, and operational analysis
Be part of initiatives focused on automation and process improvements

Yearly Compensation $60,000 - $80,000 plus benefits
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