Senior Fund Accountant​/Assistant Controller

Location: New York

Job Detail Experience Level Manager Degree Type Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Employment Full Time Working Type On Site Job Reference Salary Type Annually Industry Asset Management Selling Points Lead impactful accounting operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance financial processes and compliance. Gain exposure to strategic finance initiatives and system implementations.

Job Description Senior Fund Accountant/Assistant Controller Overview The Senior Fund Accountant/Assistant Controller will oversee accounting operations for private credit funds and management company functions.

Collaborate directly with the Chief Financial Officer in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Handle financial reporting, investor reporting, cash management, budgeting, and liquidity forecasting.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, partnership accounting, and investment accounting standards.

Participate in strategic finance initiatives and system implementations.

Enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting workflows.

Work closely with investment, compliance, investor relations, and operations teams.

Opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a leading private credit fund.

Senior Fund Accountant/Assistant Controller

Key Responsibilities & Duties Coordinate with loan/fund administrators, auditors, and tax partners for accurate financial operations.

Maintain loan accrual schedules and reconcile with administrative records.

Assist with monthly and quarterly investor reporting and valuation processes.

Support capital calls, distributions, and performance calculations.

Manage track records for funds and loan portfolios.

Review and produce monthly closings and financial reports.

Conduct budgeting and variance analysis for revenues and expenses.

Assist with cash forecasting and maintenance of financial forecasts.

Contribute to compliance programs and operational improvements.

Senior Fund Accountant/Assistant Controller

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably within alternative investments.

Proficiency in GAAP, partnership accounting, and investment accounting concepts.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.

Effective communication skills for interaction with senior management.

Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to take ownership.