Manager - Private Equity Fund Accounting

IQ-EQ

$85K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Over four years of progressive experience in private equity, public accounting, or a mix of both within alternative asset firms.
  • Strong analytical and technical skills in accounting, finance, and fund administration.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Exceptional client service delivery, fostering trust and long-term relationships.
  • Expertise in supporting complex fund operations and driving high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead client relationships across multiple private equity funds, ensuring expectations are met and timelines are adhered to.
  • Apply understanding of limited partnership agreements to fund operations, reporting, and investor communications.
  • Prepare and review key financial components such as journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and performance metrics like IRR.
  • Manage audits, tax requests, and financial statement reviews while seeking operational improvements.
  • Prioritize tasks, respond to client requests, and train junior team members to enhance team efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being and work-life balance.
  • Generous paid time off policy including 4 weeks of PTO, sick time, and paid holidays, with PTO increasing over time.
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and additional ancillary insurance plans.
  • Paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule promoting personal and professional fulfillment.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a senior manager on our fund administration team, you'll work directly with leading private equity clients, supporting fund operations, financial reporting, and investor communications under the guidance of our experienced team. You'll oversee client deliverables, review complex fund calculations and financials, manage audits, train junior staff, and drive process improvements across multiple engagements.

What you'll do
  • You'll lead client relationships across multiple Private Equity funds, ensuring expectations are met and timelines are followed.
  • You'll apply your understanding of limited partnership agreements to fund operations, reporting, and investor communications.
  • You'll prepare and review key financial components like journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and performance metrics such as IRR.
  • You'll manage audits, tax requests, and financial statement reviews while continuously improving operational processes.
  • You'll prioritize tasks, respond to client requests, and train junior team members to support team development and efficiency.

What we offer
  • IQ-EQ offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and work-life balance.
  • Employees receive generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time, sick time and paid holidays, and financial wellness is supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match (subject to eligibility).
  • Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health support and additional ancillary insurance plans.
  • Additional benefits include paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule, promoting both personal and professional fulfillment.
  • The salary for this position will be dependent on experience and location ($85,000-$115,000).


Qualifications
  • You bring over four years of progressive experience in private equity, public accounting, or a mix of both within alternative asset firms.
  • You demonstrate strong analytical and technical skills in accounting, finance, and fund administration.
  • You hold at least a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, giving you a solid foundation for your work.
  • You consistently deliver exceptional client service, building trust and long-term relationships.
  • You apply your expertise to support complex fund operations and drive high-quality outcomes.

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