Senior Fund Accountant / Accounting Manager

A financial services firm in New York City is actively seeking an experienced Accounting professional to join their staff as their new Senior Fund Accountant / Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Fund Accountant / Accounting Manager will:

• Review the books and records prepared by the fund administrator
• Calculate and analyze investor IRRs and fund returns
• Review month-end NAV from fund administrator which includes cash and interest reconciliations, expense accruals, holdings, etc.
• Prepare monthly P&L analytics
• Train and review the workpapers prepared by the offshore accounting team
• Maintain fund expense budgets and allocations, track expenses, and coordinate updates with fund administrator
• Analyze fund performance and assist with business modeling
• Coordinate and manage the audit process with internal and external auditors
• Review annual audited and quarterly unaudited GAAP and IFRS financial statements
• Assist in the setup and launch of new funds and financial products
• Liaise with operations team on fund transactions and activities
• Assist in preparing and analyzing pricing and valuation materials

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working in a Public and/or Private Accounting role
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Accounting, and/or a related discipline
• Fund Accountant background
• Microsoft Excel proficient
• Solid analytical and research skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized

Desired Skills:

• CPA or parts
• Private Debt experience
• VBA/Macro knowledge