Fund Accountant for Private Equity Firm Job at Robert Half (San Francisco)

Fund Accountant

Robert Half Financial Services are hiring for a Fund Accountant role for a globa...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

95000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years Fund Accounting experience within asset management or a Fund Administrator
CPA license is advantageous (or parts passed)
Knowledge of Investment Accounting, Waterfalls/Investor Allocations, Management Fees, GAAP and Financial Statements
Knowledge of Private Equity and Real Estate fund structures
Strong Excel skills
Knowledge of Yardi is advantageous
Bachelor or Master Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job Responsibility

Responsible for preparation of the funds’ monthly close processes which includes fund financial statements, investor allocations and portfolio acquisition/management fees
Responsible for GAAP financial statement preparation for the funds, including coordination with funds external auditor to facilitate interim and year end requests
Communication and coordination with portfolio managers and other groups to acquire an understanding of the firm’s operations
Preparation of complex trade entries which ensures clerical accuracy, adequate controls, and appropriate support documentation
Review revenues and expenses related to the firm’s investment portfolio and the economics of its investments
Identify, escalate and address with the team areas of operational inefficiencies
Work with the team to implement a business plan to address the identified workflow inefficiencies

What we offer

Bonus
Good benefits
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Fund Accounting Manager

Lead a dynamic team and manage real estate & private equity fund accounting with...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

10000000.00 - 13000000.00 JPY / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 31, 2026

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in fund accounting, with a focus on real estate and/or private equity funds
Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of fund accountants
Expert knowledge of Japanese accounting standards (J-GAAP)
Strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP
Experience with fund accounting software
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
Experience working in a global financial services firm is preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage a team of fund accountants
Oversee the daily operations of the fund accounting department
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting regulations
Develop and implement efficient accounting processes
Prepare and review financial statements
Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations

What we offer

Health insurance
Employee pension insurance
Employment insurance
Bonus

Fulltime

Fund Accountant

Reputable, private equity firm seeks a success-driven, Fund Accountant who is ea...

Location

United States , Wayne, PA

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting or related studies
0-2+ years full time or internship experience at a public accounting firm, private equity firm, or fund administrator
CPA preferred
Proficient Microsoft Office Suite knowledge
Excellent presentation and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Capture and record fund activities
Daily AP/AR transactions
Oversee various investment funds
Prepare fund accounting financial statements/reports
Assist with the annual audit process
Supervise reconciliation of investment portfolios
Gather treasury filings as needed
Maintain strong client relationships
Ad hoc vendor relation projects

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Assistant Controller

This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is exp...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

200000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years work of experience in financial accounting, audit or finance function for an alternative investment manager with exposure to credit, private equity funds or hedge funds
Strong accounting and finance experience with private funds and fund structures
Exposure to credit a plus
Experience with external audit processes and procedures
Knowledge of accounting principles including US GAAP and Investment Company Accounting
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, CPA license preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong Excel skills, and high level of proficiency in accounting software and other applications/tools
Strong organizational skills
Readily adaptable to change and a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Perform initial, detailed review of the quarterly NAV close process and quarterly financial statements prepared by the fund financial analysts inclusive of complex/illiquid assets accounting and valuation, fee and expense review and performance reporting
Liaise directly with external auditors throughout the year on complex transactions and accounting conclusions through to the completion of the year-end audited financial statements
Research technical accounting issues for compliance
ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Oversee and directly review the work of financial analysts, who perform day to day verification of portfolio transactions and accounting data, inclusive of accounting records, ledgers and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Assist in the preparation and review of capital calls, distributions and in responding to investor questions and requests for information
Work directly with fund controllers to monitor and project future fund cash flows for the treasury management process including capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations, as governed by fund agreements
Opportunity to engage with Fund Administrator, traders, brokers, and custodians to the extent any liquid assets are purchased to ensure timely settlement of trades, loans, and monitoring of pending transactions
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
Active mentorship/coaching of accounting/finance team members

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Accounting Associate

This position will be focused exclusively on the equity funds managed by the fir...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least two years of prior experience that demonstrates a progression of responsibility
Prior audit experience within the financial services group of a public accounting firm of recognized national standing and/or prior experience with private equity partnership accounting and allocations (including carried interest) is preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting or Finance
Interest in taking on a challenging, 'hands on' role in a collaborative, team-based culture
Ability to work independently and proactively, prioritize work and meet deadlines
Detail oriented nature
takes pride in a quality work product
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Technologically savvy (strong working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word) with the ability and desire to master new applications

Job Responsibility

Interpret fund agreements in order to determine impact on financial reporting and partner capital accounting requirements
Prepare fund level financial statements including balance sheet, schedule of investments, income statement, statement of changes in partners’ capital and cash flows
Prepare required footnotes to financial statements
Prepare investor-level capital account statements
Prepare management fee computations
Preparation of capital calls and distributions, including fund waterfall calculation
Respond to limited partner inquires and additional ad-hoc requests
Prepare required deliverables for year-end financial statement audits
Perform quarterly closing, including quarter-end journal entries

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life
disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Tax Analyst

This role presents a remarkable opportunity to join a vibrant team within a pres...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3-4+ years’ experience in public accounting with an emphasis in Flow-Through Taxation
Experience with and understanding of partnership agreements for hedge fund, and private equity funds (experience with real estate funds a plus)
Experience with and significant knowledge of hedge fund specific tax issues, including but not limited to the computation of Schedule M-1s and tax allocations using the aggregate method and layering
Experience with and comprehension of private equity fund specific tax issues, including targeted capital account allocations
Experience with real estate fund specific tax issues, including REIT qualification helpful
Experience with and identification of tax issues related to international taxes and tax-exempt organizations
Experience with the preparation and review of tax work papers as well as federal and state tax returns
Coordination and management of the tax return preparation and review process among several public accounting firms
Strong understanding and application of complex tax and accounting rules, and industry accounting practices
Strong GPA and a CPA is preferred

Job Responsibility

Prepare and review tax work papers and returns for hedge funds, private equity funds, real estate funds, and special purpose vehicles (SPVs)
Review estimated tax calculations
Prepare and review investor tax documents and reports
Manage relationships with external accounting, tax, and legal firms
Conduct research and analysis on investor tax inquiries, providing appropriate responses
Coordinate with other departments and external audit firms regarding audited financial statements, including ASC 740 (formerly FIN 48) analysis
Conduct research and analysis on tax law changes affecting the asset management industry

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Fund Accountant - Private Equity

This is fund accounting and administration at its finest. Where we pair end-to-e...

Location

United States , Salt Lake City; Ogden

Salary:

Not provided

Alter Domus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Accounting degree with high-quality grades
2 to 5 years’ experience with at least 2 of those years with a Big 4 otherwise public accounting firm performing audits on private equity or hedge funds
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solid understanding of different types of investments: equity, debt, co-invest and FoF
Keen attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Ability to multitask, working both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job Responsibility

Review daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients
Inquire about cash and journal entries
Participate in quarterly and annual audit functions
Assist with open items list and auditor communications
Regular communication with client responding and coordinating response to inquiries in a timely manner and sense of urgency
Understand the governing agreements between Alter Domus and the client

What we offer

Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
Flexible arrangements, generous holidays and birthday leave
Continuous mentoring along your career progression
Detailed career pathway with structured support
Exclusive access to online learning
Active sports, events and social committees
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Share Plan

Fund Accountant

A leading UK-based growth-focused private equity firm is seeking a Fund Accounta...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

65000.00 GBP / Year

twentyAI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2–3 years post-qualification (ACA / ACCA / equivalent)
Experience in fund accounting, private equity, asset management or fund administration
Strong attention to detail and a hands-on approach
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
Proactive, commercially minded and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Preparation and review of fund accounts and quarterly investor reporting
Liaising with external fund administrators, auditors and advisors
Supporting capital calls, distributions and cash-flow monitoring
Assisting with NAV calculations and financial controls
Supporting audit processes and ongoing fund compliance
Contributing to process improvement as the firm grows

What we offer

Exposure to a high-quality private equity platform
Broad role combining technical fund accounting with strategic visibility
Entrepreneurial, collaborative and high-performance culture
Strong opportunity for development as the firm scales

Fulltime

Fund Accountant for Private Equity Firm

Robert Half

Location:
United States , San Francisco

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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