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Firm Overview: Our client offers a curated spectrum of alternative investments across private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, real estate, and private credit. These solutions are offered in a variety of structures across the accreditation and liquidity spectrums including interval funds, tender offer funds, private funds, and direct investments to financial professionals, family offices, and institutions. Role Overview: The Fund Accountant will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations, accounting, and reporting of investment funds, particularly in alternative asset classes including private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and (or) infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Net Asset Value (NAV) Calculation: • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations. • Ensure timely and accurate valuation of portfolio assets, including investments, derivatives, and cash positions. • Assist in preparing financial statements for the fund, ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e.g., US GAAP, IFRS). • Work with the investment team to understand portfolio movements and reflect them in the NAV calculations. Investment & Transaction Processing: • Record and reconcile complex transactions such as capital calls, distributions, acquisitions, and dispositions. • Track and monitor fund inflows and outflows, ensuring all transactions are accurately captured in the accounting system. • Manage capital activities (e.g. Capital commitments, distributions, fees) and ensure proper documentation and accounting treatment. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: • Ensure the fund complies with investment policies, restrictions, guidelines, and regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with auditors to ensure smooth year-end audit processes and timely filing of reports. Investor Communications: • Assist with investor reporting, including investor statements, capital account statements, and performance reports. • Prepare performance and financial reports for investors and other stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and clarity. Expense Management: • Review and monitor fund expenses, including management fees, performance fees, and other operational costs. • Ensure proper allocation of expenses in accordance with the fund's structure and investor agreements. Reconciliation & Audit Support: • Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of cash, positions, and fund balances between the internal accounting system and third-party custodians or administrators. • Assist with the audit process by providing supporting documentation and addressing auditor queries. Systems & Process Improvement: • Leverage accounting software (e.g., Investran, eFront, or similar) to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy. • Continuously assess and improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting practices. Tax & Fund Structuring: • Assist in tax preparation for the fund, ensuring accurate tax reporting for investors. • Collaborate with legal and tax teams on fund structuring, including determining the tax impact of various transactions and investments. Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or CPA preferred). • 1-5 years of experience in financial services tax, public accounting, or fund accounting, preferably with experience in registered funds and/or alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds, real estate, etc.). • Understanding of alternative investment structures, accounting principles (US GAAP, IFRS), and regulatory frameworks. • Experience with accounting software platforms like Investran, eFront, or Advent is a plus. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills, including pivot tables, etc.).