Alternative Fund Services Fund Accounting Analyst

Alternative Fund Services (AFS) - Fund Accounting Analyst
JPMorgan AFS delivers an extensive solution for hedge fund, private equity, and fund of hedge fund clients seeking independent administration and custody services or to outsource their day‑to‑day operations. The Fund Accounting team has the responsibility for providing premium quality client service to AFS clients, ensuring deadlines are met at all times.

Job Responsibilities

Preparation, review, and oversight of Net Asset Value files and daily Profit and Loss calculations

Preparation and review of fund, share class, and investor allocations, including calculations of management and performance fees

Ensuring all scheduled work is completed by agreed deadlines, checklists are signed and files contain all required documentation, and all controls and procedures outlined in the procedures manual and company policies are complied with

Developing a thorough knowledge of our client base, building relationships with Investment Managers and other related third parties, and creating, maintaining and updating procedures for client‑specific deliverables

Working closely with the new business team and clients through the onboarding process and ongoing review of daily controls, communicating any new training or procedural changes to the team

Partnering with clients to resolve queries and providing first‑level account support with investment operations, reconciliations, investor relations and financial reporting teams to agree with internal deadlines and ensure external client deadlines are met

Assisting with training and coaching new team members, ensuring technology is fully utilized, and reporting MIS and ad hoc issues to management

Required Qualifications , Skills and Capabilities

Bachelor’s degree required (Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred)

3+ years of hedge fund experience or work for a Big Four audit firm

Thorough knowledge of the hedge fund and private equity environment, including accounting for investor allocations, share classes, waterfalls, calls/distributions processing and complex investment and securities processing

Ability to streamline operational processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency

Excellent client service orientation and proven ability to deal with demanding clients

Experience working closely with legal and compliance to ensure all funds comply with relevant regulatory authorities

Ensuring appropriate backup for each fund to cover holidays, absences and turnover

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with private equity is a plus

Strong knowledge of hedge fund products, analytical and communication skills, and adaptability in a high‑growth environment

Ability to lead and manage high‑performing teams, superior interpersonal skills, strategic thinking and a proven track record

Equal Opportunity Employer
We recognize that our people are our strength; we are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious practices and physical or mental health needs.

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