Fund Accounting Manager

Manager, Fund Accounting

Chicago, IL | Hybrid (3 Days In-Office)

What You'll Own

• Accounting and reporting across multiple investment funds and vehicles, ensuring consistency with US GAAP and specific partnership agreements
• New fund launches, including review of legal documents, implementation of month-end close processes, and collaboration with Technology to build systems supporting fund mechanics
• Operationalizing complex partnership agreements and accounting for investments, incentive fee arrangements, and partner allocations
• Calculation and booking of fund-level expenses including management fees, incentive fees, and accruals
• Review of balance sheet, income statement, and monthly reporting packages across multiple private funds
• Support to Investor Communications on quarterly statements and investor reporting requirements
• Oversight of third-party administrators on NAV production, with accountability for quality and timeliness
• Analysis and support for capital calls and distributions, coordinating planning and execution with Investor Communications, Treasury, and senior leadership
• Reporting and analysis for firm leadership, plus support to independent auditors during the annual audit cycle
• Identification and implementation of process improvement opportunities

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• Substantial accounting experience in financial services — private equity, leveraged finance, or hedge fund
• CPA strongly encouraged
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Mix of public accounting and industry experience a plus
• Proficiency in Workday, Wall Street Office, Geneva, or similar packages a strong plus
• Prior people leadership experience preferred
• Exceptional team orientation and collaboration skills

Compensation

Competitive base salary plus performance bonus. Benefits include 401(k) match, generous PTO, comprehensive medical/dental/vision (largely employer-covered), parental leave, fertility and family planning programs, concierge medical services, financial planning support, and firm-sponsored gym memberships.