Senior Fund Accountant

SENIOR FUND ACCOUNTANT

Pittsburgh, PA

$80,000- $100,000

Our client, a respected and growing financial services firm, is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with fund experience to contribute to the financial operations and reporting of private equity, hedge, or venture capital funds. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a collaborative environment. OVERVIEW OF THE SENIOR FUND ACCOUNTANT ROLE :

Prepare and analyze financial statements for investment funds in accordance with U.S. GAAP

Maintain general ledgers, journal entries, and supporting schedules

Perform capital call and distribution calculations

Handle allocation of income, expenses, and gains / losses to investors

Reconcile bank accounts, investment activity, and fund transactions

Assist with quarterly and annual audits, tax filings, and investor reporting

Coordinate with fund administrators, auditors, tax professionals, and internal teams

Research accounting issues and stay current on industry trends and regulations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

1-4 years of experience in fund accounting (public accounting or third-party administrator experience is a plus)

Strong understanding of partnership accounting and investment structures

Experience with GAAP financial reporting; knowledge of fair value accounting a plus

Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with fund accounting systems (e.g., Investran, eFront, or similar) is preferred

Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills

CPA or CPA track is a plus