Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Fund Accountant

Remote (occasional travel to main office (Miami) or another global location may be required)

EST Working Hours

Company Overview: Our client is a leading investment firm in Miami dedicated to advancing financial inclusion through innovative financial technology investments in emerging markets. They manage substantial assets and invest in disruptive technologies to create a more inclusive financial world.

Role Description: Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Fund Accountant to manage fund-related accounting functions. This role will be part of a collaborative and fast-paced Finance & Accounting team, reporting directly to the Director of Finance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent time management skills, a passion for customer service, and a strong eagerness to learn and contribute.

Key Responsibilities:

Fund Accounting:

• Manage day-to-day accounting needs of funds, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), and relevant GP entities.
• Collaborate with the external fund administrator for monthly fund book closings.
• Ensure compliance with bank reporting requirements related to capital call lines of credit.
• Review quarterly financial statements prepared by the fund administrator.
• Coordinate and review capital activity, including capital call and distribution notices.
• Assist with quarterly valuation processes.
• Reconcile internal books with fund administrator records quarterly.
• Prepare financial summaries for quarterly and annual investor reports.
• Support annual audit and tax completion processes.
• Work with compliance team to ensure adherence to fund agreements and regulatory requirements.

Investment Team Support:

• Maintain fund performance tracking platform.
• Provide research and technical support for tax and accounting considerations in investment structuring.

Limited Partner Support:

• Coordinate with Investor Relations and fund administrator teams to ensure accurate and prompt responses to investor inquiries.
• Assist in preparing capital call projections and annual budgets.

Skills and Competencies:

• Team player with a positive attitude and adaptable approach.
• Curious mindset and strong critical thinking skills.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and solid understanding of debits and credits.
• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience at an investment management firm or fund administrator.
• Ability to read and interpret legal and tax documents.
• Fluency in English with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Self-starter with a high degree of autonomy and attention to detail.
• Ability to proactively plan and problem-solve.
• Interest in financial inclusion and working with a multinational, multicultural team.