Director, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies

. Lead teams supporting fund administration services to clients .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $115,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fund administration services, including oversight of investment documentation, financial analysis, and client relationship management. Proficient in US GAAP, private equity fund accounting, and team leadership with a focus on operational improvements.

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Fund Administration ServicesUS GAAP KnowledgePrivate Equity Fund AccountingTeam LeadershipProject Management

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Hard Skills

Fund Governing Document ReviewTransaction Documentation ReviewManagement Fee CalculationsCapital Call CalculationsDistribution Waterfall ModelsFinancial AnalysisPerformance FeedbackDeadline OrientationAdvanced Excel Skills

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsClient Relationship ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Investment PartnershipsPrivate EquityReal AssetsAudit ProcessesClient Implementations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead teams supporting fund administration services to clients
Serve as primary liaison for the book of business and work with auditors, law firms, and tax advisors
Review fund governing, offering, subscription, and related investment documents to ensure proper application of fund terms
Review transaction documentation, supporting files, investment transactions, and accruals
Review work papers for capital activity, investment activity, income and expense accruals, valuation adjustments, and related items
Review management fee calculations, investor allocations, and capital account statements
Review capital call and distribution calculations, sources and uses of cash, allocations, and investor notices
Create, maintain, and review distribution waterfall and carried-interest models
Manage year-end audit processes with clients and auditors
Implement processes to improve overall operations
Participate in new client business analysis with prospects and existing clients
Support fee models and deal financial analysis development
Support presentation content and preparation
Assist with RFP responses and document management
Support multiple client implementations and onboarding events
Promote corporate and business/departmental initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years’ experience supervising, training, delegating tasks, and managing large teams
Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other comprehensive basis of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
10+ years’ experience in Private Equity/Real Assets fund accounting
Direct responsibility for hiring and termination decisions and providing continuous performance feedback to staff
Deadline oriented with ability to complete assigned tasks independently
Demonstrated project management skills with ability to multi-task
Hands-on management style with strong leadership skills and ability to develop staff
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent client relationship management skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills
Experience working collaboratively with peers, as part of a team, and independently

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Paid time off
Holidays
Parental leave
Professional development reimbursement opportunity
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility
Equity awards eligibility, such as restricted stock units or stock options