Private Equity Fund Accounting, Officer

State Street

. Supervise staff, including Associate 1, Associate 2 and Senior Associate staff .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $122,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client relationships and supervising staff while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and deadlines. Proficient in reviewing complex financial statements and calculations within the private equity sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Private Equity ExperienceFinancial Statement ReviewClient Relationship ManagementLeadership SkillsCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisFee CalculationsPortfolio ManagementAudit CoordinationComplex Fund Structures

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInitiative

Tools & Technologies

InvestranGeneva

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Qualification

Industry Keywords

Alternative InvestmentClosed-End Private EquityHybrid Hedge FundInvestment ProfessionalsClient Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise staff, including Associate 1, Associate 2 and Senior Associate staff
Manage internal workflow and client deadlines
Manage client relationships and liaise with client personnel daily
Maintain working relationships with investment professionals, investors, auditors, lawyers and banking personnel
Review quarterly and annual financial work paper packages, including portfolio schedules, accruals and partner capital allocations
Review quarterly and annual financial statements and footnotes
Coordinate annual audits
Review and/or prepare complex fee calculations, management fees, waterfalls and capital account allocations
Interact with trade operations, investor services, custody, tax and financial reporting teams locally and globally
Provide administrative fund services for closed-end private equity and hybrid hedge/private equity products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least 5 to 6 years of Private Equity experience
Experience with alternative investment asset classes, complex fund structures and fee calculations desired
Ability to thrive and function in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
CPA qualification is favourable but not required
Experience with Investran or Geneva favourable but not required
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to be a leader within the team and among peers
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills
Initiative and ability to perform well under pressure
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
Proven ability to multitask and work efficiently to meet client deliverables

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Short-term disability
Family care leave/responsibilities support
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation, including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks