SS&C Technologies

Senior Associate, Fund Accounting - Private Markets (CA, WA, GA, & IN)

SS&C Technologies • $80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Mathematics, or related field; CPA and/or MBA is a plus.
  • 2+ years' experience in Accounting, preferably in alternative investments such as Private Equity or Hedge Funds.
  • Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and investment partnerships.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and general ledgers.
  • Deadline-oriented and detail-focused, with ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Excellent communication skills for interaction across all organization levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver accurate and timely financial reports within set timelines.
  • Prepare and validate work paper files, including capital and income activity.
  • Update distribution waterfall models and management fee calculations.
  • Review transaction documentation for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
  • Perform reconciliations and maintain accurate cash balances.
  • Support year-end audit work, collaborating with clients and auditors.
  • Conduct analytical reviews of daily and monthly financial results.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model and business casual dress code.
  • 401k matching program and professional development reimbursement.
  • Flexible personal/vacation time off and paid holidays.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program and parental leave.
  • Hands-on training customized by teams, including SS&C University.
  • Discounts on fitness clubs, travel, and other perks.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Senior Associate, Private Markets Fund Accounting

Locations: Los Angeles, CA | San Francisco, CA | Sacramento, CA | Bellevue, WA | Atlanta, GA | Evansville, IN | Hybrid

About the Role

The Senior Associate role at SS&C Technologies offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting complex private market investment structures. In this position, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate fund accounting for private equity and real asset clients, including managing capital activity, financial reporting, and investor allocations. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners while gaining hands-on exposure to sophisticated investment transactions, distribution waterfalls, and large-scale operational processes within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

How You Will Make an Impact :
  • Deliver accurate and timely work product within deliverable timelines
  • Prepare work paper files for accuracy and completeness, including capital activity, income and expense accruals and investment activity
  • Update distribution waterfall (carried interest) models
  • Prepare management fee calculations and supporting schedules
  • Review all transaction documentation and supporting files, and understand the features of the investment transactions, accruals, etc.
  • Perform bank reconciliations and process journal entries
  • Support year-end audit process, in collaboration with the team, client and auditors
  • Actively interact with clients and counter-parties including legal counsels, auditors and tax advisors to meet key deadlines


Required Experience:
  • 2+ years in Accounting; ideally with a focus on alternative investments funds, Private Equity/Real Assets
  • Knowledge required of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other comprehensive accounting concepts; knowledge on investment partnerships
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA and/or MBA is a plus


What Sets You Apart:
  • Preparing and reviewing general ledgers, work papers and financial statements
  • Deadline-oriented with strong attention to detail with the ability to complete assigned tasks independently
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team successfully
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills required


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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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