Firm Overview:Stable Rock is an integrated professional services platform supporting over 500 clients including investment and asset managers, early-stage and midsize businesses, portfolio companies, and founders. We provide deep expertise across outsourced and fractional CFO services, accounting and bookkeeping, middle office and operations, regulatory and compliance, tax strategy and planning, IT, HR, insurance services, and AI-driven automation.
Our work is hands-on and customized. Clients work directly with a team of experienced professionals who take the time to understand how their business or personal finances operate and provide practical support that adapts as needs change.
Job Opportunity and Responsibilities:Stable Rock is seeking a Senior Associate, Outsourced CFO & Accounting Services to join our Investment Management department, that will be responsible for delivering high-quality fund accounting oversight, financial reporting, and outsourced CFO support to alternative investment clients, including private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, and related management companies.
This role serves as a key client contact and is accountable for the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of fund financial operations, investor reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and partnership agreements. The Senior Associate also supports financial strategy, operational improvement, and special projects for fund managers and their management entities.
This role is ideal for someone who is a self-starter and thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced setting and wants exposure to both fund operations and management company finance.
Key Responsibilities:- Calculate and review NAV calculations, capital account statements, management fees, and carried interest allocations.
- Maintain general ledger activity and ensure proper accounting treatment of complex investment transactions.
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and coordinate year-end audit support.
- Provide CFO support including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
- Serve as a primary liaison to clients, auditors, administrators, and other service providers.
- Identify process improvements and support implementation of accounting systems and controls.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- Experience: 3-6+ years of private equity, hedge fund, venture capital, or alternative investment accounting experience.
- Certifications: CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and fund structures (LPs, GP/management companies).
- Experience preparing NAVs, capital allocations, waterfalls, and investor reporting.
- Experience in outsourced CFO or advisory environments.
- Experience with management company accounting and operational finance functions preferred.
- Ability to operate independently while collaborating within a small, high-performing team.
- Software and Technology: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Familiarity with general ledgers and fund accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks, Investran, Allvue, Geneva, or similar).
The Stable Rock Difference- Direct client access and advisory exposure
- Broader scope beyond pure fund accounting (true CFO support)
- Opportunity to shape processes rather than inherit rigid infrastructure
- Visibility into fund launches, restructurings, and capital events
- Growth path tied to performance, leadership, and client impact
Why Stable RockStable Rock is built for professionals who want more than a traditional accounting or advisory role. We are focused on meaningful client impact, intellectual engagement, and practical problem solving in a collaborative, high-trust environment.
Our team operates with a service-first mindset, combining technical expertise with real-world business understanding. We value professionals who take initiative in managing and improving processes, pursue continuous learning, and working directly with clients to help them navigate operational and financial complexity.
If you are looking for a role where your work matters, your expertise is trusted, and your contributions help shape client outcomes, Stable Rock may be the right place to grow your career.
LocationWe are open to exceptional talent nationwide, with a strong preference for candidates located in or near our core markets:
New York, Dallas, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
CompensationHighly competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $100,000, based on experience and location, with eligibility for a discretionary performance bonus.
Benefits:- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage. Employee-only premiums are paid at 100%.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Unlimited paid time off policy
- Hybrid work flexibility to support professional and personal balance
Inclusion: Stable Rock is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our firm. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to building a team that reflects many different perspectives and experiences.
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Application Process: Submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references to
careers@stablerock.com.
