Senior Fund Accountant - PE / Hedge Fund Services

Senior Fund Accountant - PE / Hedge Fund Services

We’re partnering with a growing global financial services firm to find a motivated fund accountant to join their Boston office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with fund accounting or private equity administration experience who’s looking to contribute to a high-performing team and grow within a collaborative, employee-owned business.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Company & Role Highlights

• Publicly traded, global professional services firm with deep expertise in fund, corporate, and private client services
• Hybrid work model (3/2) based in a central downtown Boston location
• The Fund Services team has excellent retention and long-standing leadership
• Every employee is a shareholder; having published case studies on the firm’s Employee Benefit Trust program
• Flat structure with visibility and access to senior leadership
• Business is scaling rapidly (~50% YoY growth) and emphasizes internal promotion and career development
• Interesting, multifaceted responsibilities across investor services, fund accounting, and reporting
• Competitive base salary (DOE) and annual bonus
• Full healthcare coverage and shareholder participation program
• Strong internal mobility, mentorship, and professional development support
• Generous PTO, 401(k), and access to best-in-class systems and tools

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily accounting, investor servicing, and reporting for private equity and real estate funds
• Process fund and investor-level transactions, including capital calls, distributions, and allocations
• Review and prepare quarterly reporting packages, financial statements, and investor notices
• Oversee investor onboarding, including subscription documentation and AML/KYC checks
• Reconcile bank activity and process wire transfers
• Support external audit preparation and ongoing client communication
• Interpret complex fund documents (LLC/LP agreements) to validate fee and waterfall calculations
• Participate in tech/process reviews and suggest improvements
• Maintain compliance with internal risk protocols, regulatory requirements, and CPD obligations

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in fund administration or private equity accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with general ledger systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to handle complex fund structures

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Consulting

Industries

• Accounting, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Funds and Trusts