Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Associate, Private Markets Fund Accounting
Location: New York City (hybrid), Union, NJ (hybrid)
About the RoleStep into a high-impact role at the heart of Private Markets, where you'll work in complex fund accounting across diverse alternative investments. You'll work alongside top-tier professionals in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment, gaining deeper industry exposure while driving meaningful results that matter.
How You Will Make an Impact - Perform bank reconciliations and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial records
- Deliver high-quality, accurate work within tight reporting deadlines, taking ownership of key deliverables
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive workpapers, including capital activity, investment transactions, and income and expense accruals
- Update and manage distribution waterfall (carried interest) models with precision
- Calculate management fees and produce detailed supporting schedules
- Analyze transaction documentation to understand investment structures, accounting impacts, and accrual requirements
- Support the year-end audit process, partnering closely with internal teams, clients, and external auditors
- Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders, including legal counsel, auditors, and tax advisors, to ensure seamless execution and timely delivery
Required Experience - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- 2+ years of accounting experience, with hands-on exposure to general ledgers, workpapers, and financial statement preparation
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and core accounting principles
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and overall Microsoft Office suite
- Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting across all levels of an organization
What Sets You Apart - CPA and/or MBA designation (or progress toward certification)
- Experience with alternative investment funds, including Private Equity
- Familiarity with investment partnerships and related accounting concepts skills, with confidence interacting across all levels of an organization
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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.
