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26North · 4 days ago

Fund Accountant - Private Equity, Credit, and Insurance Strategies

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$100K/yr - $140K/yr

2+ years exp

26North is a next-generation, integrated, multi-asset class investment platform providing investment advice and opportunities across various strategies. They are seeking a Fund Accountant to maintain accurate fund books, execute monthly/quarterly closes, and oversee audit processes while partnering with investment teams.

Asset ManagementCreditInsurance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Josh Morales

Responsibilities

Own the monthly/quarterly close for assigned funds and vehicles, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and GAAP-based NAV calculations

Maintain complete and accurate general ledgers, trial balances, and supporting schedules across Private Equity, Credit, and Insurance strategies

Review trading activity, investment transactions, and cash movements; ensure timely and accurate booking in partnership with Operations and Investment teams

Perform variance analysis and develop clear explanations of performance drivers for internal stakeholders

Prepare and review capital calls, distributions, subscriptions/redemptions (where applicable), and investor allocation schedules

Calculate and review management fees, incentive fees/carry, waterfalls, and other complex fund economics in accordance with governing documents

Lead preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, footnote support, and reporting packages for internal and external use

Coordinate and manage year-end audits, serving as a primary point of contact for external auditors

Support regulatory and client reporting needs, including data for Form PF, ADV, NAIC/insurance-adjacent reporting, or other filings as relevant to the platform

Oversee deliverables from third-party administrators, including NAV packages, capital activity reporting, and financial statements

Identify and implement opportunities to automate, streamline, and enhance close, reporting, and data workflows

Assist in the development and optimization of fund accounting tools, templates, and controls

Qualification

Fund AccountingUS GAAPFinancial ReportingCPAAdvanced ExcelPrivate Equity ExperiencePrivate Credit ExperienceInsurance ExperienceAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

2–4 years of fund accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience within alternatives

Exceptional knowledge of US GAAP and alternatives fund accounting concepts (NAV, allocations, fees, carry/waterfalls, capital activity)

Advanced Excel skills; experience with fund accounting systems such as Allvue (AltaReturn), Investran, eFront, Geneva, VPM, Wall Street Office, or similar is a plus

Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to partner effectively with senior stakeholders

Strong track record and demonstrated commitment to upholding our core values of excellence, teamwork, stewardship, integrity, and respect

Preferred

CPA preferred

Experience across private credit, private equity, insurance/reinsurance investment platforms, or complex multi-vehicle structures preferred

Preference for experience in a leading public accounting firm (FS/alternatives audit)

Highly rated and willing to provide reviews from current or past employment

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus based on performance

Comprehensive benefits package

Complimentary and discounted tickets to games, concerts and other events

Company

26North

26North is a next-generation alternatives platform founded by Josh Harris

Founded in 2022

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.26n.com/

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