Vice President, Fund Accounting

Location: New York

Job Detail Experience Level Director Degree Type Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Employment Full Time Working Type Hybrid Job Reference Salary Type Annually Industry Asset Management;

Investment Management Selling Points Lead impactful financial oversight for complex private credit funds. Collaborate across teams to drive operational excellence and scalability. Enhance fund accounting frameworks in a dynamic hybrid environment.

Job Description Vice President, Fund Accounting Overview The Vice President, Fund Accounting role focuses on overseeing financial accounting frameworks for complex private credit funds.

Lead financial oversight across hybrid fund structures, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and policies.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support fund operations and new product development initiatives.

Ensure accurate reporting and valuation for illiquid investments, including private credit and real estate assets.

Drive process improvements, leveraging technology to enhance operational scalability and efficiency.

Manage external audits, regulatory filings, and compliance reporting requirements effectively.

Partner with Portfolio Management and deal teams to ensure proper financial reporting treatment for transactions.

Contribute to the growth of the Alternatives platform, managing approximately $150 billion in diverse investment strategies.

Work in a dynamic, hybrid environment offering professional growth and collaboration opportunities.

Vice President, Fund Accounting

Key Responsibilities & Duties Oversee financial accounting and control frameworks for evergreen private credit funds.

Ensure accuracy in NAV production, fee calculations, and investor allocations.

Review and challenge financial outputs, including capital account statements and audited financials.

Manage fund close cycles, delivering timely and accurate reporting.

Coordinate treasury and liquidity management activities, including capital calls and income distributions.

Lead external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.

Oversee third-party service providers, ensuring adherence to SLAs and quality standards.

Implement process improvements to enhance controls and reduce operational risks.

Support new product launches and structural changes within the fund offerings.

Vice President, Fund Accounting

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
8–15 years of experience in fund accounting, audit, or finance within alternative asset management.

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and investment company accounting principles.

Experience with private credit and evergreen/open-ended fund structures preferred.

CPA designation strongly preferred; background in public accounting advantageous.

Proven ability to manage audits and regulatory reporting requirements effectively.

Demonstrated ability to leverage technology for operational efficiency and scalability.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to operate independently with high accountability and ownership.