Fund Accountant

Our client, a growing venture capital firm bases in New York, NY, is seeking a Fund Accountant with 2–4 years of experience supporting closed-end fund structures, including private equity and/or venture capital. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and reporting functions across a portfolio of funds and will work closely with senior members of the finance and operations teams. Prior experience at a fund administrator, public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional), or direct LP/GP is required. Candidates must have hands on experience with Carta fund accounting platform.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and review NAV calculations, capital account statements, and investor allocations
• Maintain books and records for closed-end private equity and/or venture capital funds
• Process capital calls, distributions, and management fee calculations
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
• Reconcile fund-level cash, positions, and portfolio investments
• Prepare and review waterfall calculations and carried interest allocations
• Assist with investor reporting, including quarterly letters and capital account statements

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of fund accounting experience, with a focus on closed-end structures (private equity, venture capital, or credit)
• Prior experience at a fund administrator, public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional), or direct LP/GP preferred
• Candidates coming directly out of Big 4 or large public accounting firms with alternative investment audit experience
• Strong understanding of partnership accounting, capital allocations, and waterfall mechanics
• Prior experience working with Carta fund accounting platform