Managing Director, Managed Services - Private Equity Fund Services

Overview

Managing Director – Fund Accounting & Administration (Asset Management Managed Services) – Practice:
Managed Services – Asset Management (Private Equity, Venture Capital, Real Assets).

Location:

Flexible (preference for New York or Chicago).

Lead the evolution of Fund Administration at Baker Tilly. This senior leadership role combines strategic direction, client advisory, and platform growth to deliver integrated Fund Accounting, Fund Administration, and Investor Reporting solutions powered by modern technology and deep accounting expertise.

• Lead and scale Baker Tilly’s Fund Accounting & Administration operations within the Asset Management Managed Services practice.
• Drive growth through business development, collaboration with firm leaders, and engagement in industry and alliance networks.
• Translate strategy into execution — defining business plans, measurable milestones, and key performance outcomes.
• Oversee client relationships and act as the senior escalation point for fund managers, CFOs, and investors.
• Deliver excellence in traditional fund administration outputs, including quarterly financials, partner capital statements, NAV calculations, capital calls, and distributions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in private equity fund structures, capital rebalances, waterfalls, carried interest, and complex fee calculations.
• Advance operational automation by embedding technology, analytics, and AI-native tools into the Fund Services workflow.
• Develop and coach talent — guiding senior managers, managers, and associates to achieve technical mastery and leadership growth.
• Collaborate across service lines (Advisory, Tax, Digital, and Industry teams) to bring integrated solutions to clients.
• Represent the firm as a thought leader and spokesperson at client forums, investor events, and internal strategy sessions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required; CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting, fund administration, or asset management operations.
• 10+ years of leadership and team management experience, including recruiting, development, and performance management.
• Proven success building or scaling fund administration or managed services practices.
• Strong command of GAAP for investment funds, complex partnership accounting, and investor allocations.
• Experience with Investran, eFront, Allvue, or equivalent fund accounting systems highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and client satisfaction.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and comfort working in an evolving, fast-growth environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support clients and firm initiatives.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.