SS&C Technologies

Manager, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • 7+ years of accounting experience focused on alternative investment funds, particularly private equity
  • 2+ years of management or supervisory experience
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and investment partnerships
  • Capability in supervising junior staff and participating in hiring decisions
  • Hands-on management style with proven leadership abilities

Responsibilities

  • Manage key client relationships and ensure timely fund accounting deliverables
  • Apply advanced knowledge in private equity fund accounting
  • Lead the coaching and development of junior team members
  • Review fund governing documents for compliance with fund terms
  • Oversee all capital activity, including calls and distributions
  • Prepare and assess workpaper files and investor allocations
  • Support clients during the year-end audit process

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
  • Professional development reimbursement opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Private Equity/FOF Accounting

Locations: New York City (hybrid)

About the Role

Step into a client-facing leadership role where you'll manage key private equity fund relationships and oversee the full spectrum of alternative investment fund accounting, from capital activity and waterfalls to financial reporting and audits. You'll also play a hands-on role in developing junior talent, shaping team performance, and ensuring high-quality delivery across complex, deadline-driven client engagements. This is an opportunity to deepen your expertise in private markets while building leadership experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

How You Will Make an Impact
  • Manage one or more key client relationships, ensuring timely delivery of all fund accounting and reporting deliverables
  • Apply strong expertise in alternative investment fund accounting, with a focus on private equity limited partnerships
  • Lead and develop junior staff, including setting goals, providing ongoing coaching, and contributing to performance reviews
  • Review fund governing documents (LPA, offering documents, side letters, IMAs) to ensure accurate application of fund terms
  • Oversee and review all transaction activity, including capital calls, distributions, accruals, and valuation adjustments
  • Prepare and review workpaper files, capital account statements, investor allocations, and management fee calculations
  • Build and maintain distribution waterfall models in accordance with fund terms
  • Review financial statements, supporting schedules, and disclosures for accuracy and completeness
  • Support and coordinate the year-end audit process in partnership with clients, auditors, and internal teams
  • Assist with tax reporting support and other client deliverables as needed
  • Manage client expectations and coordinate timelines with internal teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery
  • Contribute to broader team and firm initiatives, supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence


Required Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on alternative investment funds - private equity experience/fund of funds
  • 2+ years of management/supervisory experience
  • Team player mentality with the ability to work independently
  • Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other comprehensive basis of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships
  • Experience supervising one or two junior professional staff
  • Provide significant input into hiring and termination decisions as well as providing continuous performance feedback to staff
  • Hands-on management style with strong leadership skills and ability to develop junior staff


What Sets You Apart
  • CPA designation a plus
  • Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills
  • Sungard Investran experience a plus


SS&C Technologies offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; and professional development reimbursement opportunity.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

About SS&C Technologies

SS&C Technologies is a provider of software products and software-enabled services to the financial services industry. The company's products and services are used by various financial institutions, including banks, hedge funds, private equity firms, and insurance companies. SS&C operates in three business segments: Institutional and Investment Management, Alternative Asset Management, and Insurance and Financial Services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut.
Learn more about SS&C Technologies
Size
24,900 employees
Market Cap
$13.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$625.2 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+27.8%
Revenue
$4.6 billion
NASDAQ

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