Fund Accountant

Haystack Consultants

$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Experience with fund accounting, investment accounting, or multi-entity accounting highly desirable
  • Understanding of capital contributions, distributions, and fund-level reporting preferred
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills with high attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple funds and deadlines effectively
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks, Yardi, or similar systems

Responsibilities

  • Maintain general ledgers and prepare reconciliations for multiple funds
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting
  • Record and reconcile capital contributions, distributions, and investment activity
  • Track fund-level cash activity and assist with cash flow planning
  • Prepare investor statements and capital account reports
  • Support allocations of income, expenses, and gains among funds and investors
  • Help strengthen internal controls and reporting accuracy

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with bonus potential
  • Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Stable company with long-term growth potential
  • Engaging work across multiple funds and investments
  • Supportive leadership and positive culture
  • Beautiful Sonoma location
Full Job Description
Fund Accountant

Sonoma, CA | Full-Time
Excellent Compensation + Bonus Opportunity + Full Benefits + 401(k) Match

As the Fund Accountant, you will play an important role in supporting accounting operations across multiple funds, investments, and related entities. You'll be involved in month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, capital activity, investor reporting, special projects, and maintaining strong financial processes throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain general ledgers and prepare account reconciliations for multiple funds and related entities
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting
  • Record and reconcile capital contributions, distributions, investment activity, and intercompany transactions
  • Track fund-level cash activity and assist with cash flow planning
  • Support the preparation of investor statements, capital account reporting, and other fund-related schedules
  • Assist with allocations of income, expenses, gains, and losses among funds and investors
  • Prepare supporting schedules for audits, tax filings, and investor reporting
  • Monitor investment activity and help ensure transactions are accurately reflected in the accounting records
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow activities
  • Handle bank reconciliations, account analysis, and general ledger research
  • Participate in fund accounting and operational improvement projects
  • Work closely with leadership, investment professionals, outside tax advisors, auditors, and internal team members
  • Help strengthen processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy
  • Provide timely financial information to support business and investment decisions
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
  • Applicants with substantial relevant accounting experience in lieu of a degree will be strongly considered
  • 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Experience with fund accounting, investment accounting, private equity, real estate funds, or multi-entity accounting is highly desirable
  • Background in real estate, property management, construction, private investments, or family office accounting is a plus
  • Understanding of capital contributions, distributions, partner or investor allocations, and fund-level reporting is preferred
  • Solid understanding of GAAP principles
  • Experience with QuickBooks, Yardi, or similar accounting systems
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational ability
  • Ability to manage multiple funds, entities, deadlines, and priorities
  • Professional, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Competitive salary with bonus potential
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Stable company with long-term growth potential
• Engaging work across multiple funds, investments, and related entities
• Exposure to investment activity and meaningful financial decisions
• Supportive leadership and positive culture
• Beautiful Sonoma location
Confidential Inquiries Welcome

If you're looking for a fund accounting opportunity that offers stability, variety, and career growth in Sonoma, we'd like to speak with you.

Apply today. All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.

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