
Fund Accountant
Allocator One
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 €50,000 - €70,000 per year
Job Level
JuniorMid-Level
About the role
- Perform day-to-day accounting for closed-end funds, including maintenance of investment ledgers and general ledger accounts.
- Booking of capital calls, distributions, management fees, and other fund-related expenses, as well as manage accounts payable.
- Support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements under UK GAAP, US GAAP, and/or fair value principles (investor reporting).
- Execute month-end closes, reconciliations of cash, investments, and other balance sheet accounts, as well as variance analyses.
- Review transaction documentation and prepare transaction overview sheets.
- Maintain organized and complete documentation for all fund accounting activities.
- Independently research and resolve discrepancies and ad hoc issues.
- Assist with the preparation of regulatory filings and investor reporting packages.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and automation of existing accounting processes.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in fund accounting, financial accounting, or audit—ideally within an AIFM, asset manager, or an audit/tax advisory firm.
- Strong financial acumen with up-to-date knowledge of US GAAP, UK GAAP, and/or IFRS.
- Completed commercial or accounting-related education, ideally complemented by a professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
- Structured, solution-oriented working style with strong analytical skills and a hands-on mentality.
- Very good command of MS Office, especially Excel; experience with accounting or fund administration software is an advantage.
- Excellent command of English is a must.
- Strong communication skills, team spirit, and the ability to work independently and proactively.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary (€50,000 - €70,000)
- Potential for bonuses and participation schemes
- A collaborative company culture without arrogance
- Opportunities to learn and grow alongside experienced colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge
- Flexible and mobile working arrangements with trust-based working hours
- Modern workspaces equipped with high-quality IT infrastructure
- Structured onboarding, dedicated contact persons, regular feedback meetings, and individual development opportunities through internal and external training programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
fund accountingfinancial accountingauditUS GAAPUK GAAPIFRSvariance analysisreconciliationscapital callsmanagement fees
Soft skills
analytical skillssolution-orientedhands-on mentalitycommunication skillsteam spiritindependent workproactive approach
Certifications
CPAACCAACA