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Pacific Executive Search · 2 days ago

Senior Fund Accountant

Pacific Executive Search is looking for a Senior Fund Accountant to join their dynamic investment firm. In this role, you will lead fund accounting and reporting processes, manage close cycles, and collaborate with external partners to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.

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Responsibilities

Lead the daily fund accounting and reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all funds and related entities
Oversee and review the work of external fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors to maintain high standards of financial reporting
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, delivering timely financial reports and investor communications
Prepare and validate management and performance fee calculations, ensuring alignment with fund documents
Coordinate regulatory and compliance filings, and assist with new fund launches from a financial reporting perspective
Monitor cash flow projections and manage daily cash operations, including capital calls and distributions
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and control measures

Qualification

Public accounting experienceFund accounting experienceCPA certificationU.S. GAAP proficiencyExcel skillsERP systems experienceProactive mindsetAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

2–5 years of public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or large national firm
Strong background in tax or audit with direct exposure to private equity funds, hedge funds, or alternative investment vehicles
Experience in fund accounting or financial reporting within a public accounting firm, fund administrator, or asset manager
CPA certification preferred
Proficient in U.S. GAAP for investment funds and partnership tax concepts
Strong Excel skills; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
Ability to work on-site 4–5 days per week

Preferred

Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or NetSuite
Familiarity with revenue recognition and ASC-742 regulations
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines and external providers effectively
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues and recommendations to senior leadership
Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset towards ownership and reliability

Company

Pacific Executive Search

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Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian Harkavy
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