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Fund Accountant

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hinsdaleEvanston (IL)

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Senior

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$120k

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Fund Accountant – Associate Alternative Asset Management Firm
Position Overview: We are seeking an Associate-level Fund Accountant to join an alternative asset management firm. The ideal candidate will have experience in fund accounting, preferably with exposure to registered investment funds and alternative investment strategies, including private equity, private credit, hedge funds, or other private market investments.
Key Responsibilities: Support daily and monthly fund accounting activities, including NAV calculations, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Prepare and review financial statements, investor allocations, and fund-level reporting. Reconcile portfolio holdings, cash balances, investment transactions, and general ledger accounts. Coordinate with fund administrators, custodians, auditors, and other external service providers. Assist with regulatory reporting, audit preparation, and compliance-related accounting requirements. Support accounting for alternative investments, including valuations, capital activity, and investment income.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.2–5 years of relevant fund accounting, tax, or public accounting experience within an asset manager, fund administrator, public accounting, or financial services firm. Experience with registered investment companies (1940 Act funds, including mutual funds, ETFs, or interval funds) preferred. Familiarity with alternative investment structures and accounting practices strongly preferred. Working knowledge of US GAAP, NAV calculations, and financial statement preparation. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines. CPA or progress toward CPA designation is a plus. Compensation Up to $120k base salary Bonus (10-20% of base salary) Competitive benefits

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