Assistant Manager, PE Fund Administration

Armanino LLP•Chicago, IL

About The Position

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest Accounting and Consulting Firms in the Nation and one of the Best Places to Work. We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. We want you to integrate all aspects of your life with your career. At Armanino, we know you don’t check-out of life when you check-in at work. That’s why we’ve created a unique work environment where your passions, work, and family & friends can overlap. We want to help you achieve growth by giving you access to a network of smart and supportive people, willing to listen to your ideas. As a Fund Accounting Assistant Manager within our Private Equity Outsourcing practice, you will lead and develop accounting teams, oversee complex fund reporting, and ensure the timely, accurate delivery of client service. This role is ideal for someone who excels in leadership, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and brings deep expertise in private equity fund accounting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years of private equity fund accounting or fund administration experience.
Demonstrated experience supervising teams and reviewing complex fund accounting deliverables.
Strong understanding of private equity structures, capital activity, fee calculations, and industry reporting standards.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

Review NAV calculations, financial statements, fee and waterfall schedules, and investor reporting deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
Supervise senior and staff accountants, managing day‑to‑day workflow, coaching team members, and supporting their technical development.
Resolve escalated accounting issues, provide guidance on complex transactions, and ensure adherence to client-specific requirements and industry best practices.
Coordinate audit, regulatory, and client information requests; partner with auditors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of audit materials.
Manage year‑end and quarterly close processes, monitoring timelines and ensuring high-quality outputs across multiple funds.
Assist with team staffing, workload planning, and resource allocation to support efficient service delivery and team growth.
Contribute to continuous process improvement and operational excellence across the practice.