Head Of 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 Private Equity Selling Points Lead impactful accounting and treasury functions for private credit operations. Drive innovation, scalability, and compliance in a dynamic financial environment. Collaborate globally to optimize operations and ensure financial excellence.

Job Description Overview Lead  the accounting and treasury functions for private credit operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial objectives.

Drive innovation in financial processes to support scalable growth and operational complexity within the private credit domain.

Collaborate with global teams to maintain consistency and optimize cross-functional operations effectively.

Engage with stakeholders to inform strategic decisions and enhance financial performance across private credit funds.

Oversee treasury management and fund-level financing frameworks to ensure liquidity and financial stability.

Foster a culture of accountability, development, and excellence within the accounting team.

Contribute to cost control initiatives and resource optimization strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

Champion compliance and governance standards across all accounting and treasury activities.

Key Responsibilities & Duties Manage comprehensive accounting oversight for private credit funds and related entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Provide expert guidance on complex financial transactions, valuations, and reporting standards within the private credit sector.

Coordinate with third-party fund administrators to ensure operational excellence and adherence to regulations.

Develop and implement tailored accounting policies to meet the unique needs of private credit operations.

Lead financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for internal and external stakeholders.

Support internal audit initiatives and manage relationships with external auditors effectively.

Collaborate with legal, tax, and operations teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain compliance standards.

Oversee performance calculations and investor reporting to inform strategic decision-making processes.

Enhance infrastructure to scale operations and support business growth effectively.

Job Requirements Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree required; CPA certification mandatory for this leadership role.

Minimum 15 years of progressive accounting experience; expertise in private credit operations preferred.

Proven leadership in managing internal teams and external administrators effectively.

Strong knowledge of fund structures, investment accounting, and valuation methodologies.

Experience managing multi-location teams and willingness to travel quarterly as required.

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to influence decisions and drive initiatives.

Expertise in liquidity management frameworks and fund-level financing strategies.

Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Ability to collaborate across functions and drive impactful financial initiatives effectively.