Associate Director, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies•Dallas, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director, Fund Accounting plays a key leadership role in delivering fund accounting services and partners with Directors to oversee client relationships and team performance. The position leads complex engagements, mentors staff, and supports operational excellence, high-quality service, and technical accuracy across a portfolio of alternative investment funds. The role manages alternative investment fund client engagements, reviews accounting and investment activity, oversees financial reporting and audit coordination, and supports client relationships and business development. It also coaches and develops team members and contributes to operational improvements. The position is based in Dallas, Texas, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
8–10+ years of accounting experience, including significant experience with alternative investment funds.
Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other comprehensive bases of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships.
3–5+ years of experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and client engagements in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership, coaching, and relationship management skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred.
Hedge funds experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of alternative investment fund clients, partnering with senior leadership to deliver client service, oversee engagement timelines, and ensure deliverables are accurate and completed on schedule.
Review fund governing documents, complex investment transactions, workpapers, management fee calculations, investor allocations, capital activity, and distribution waterfall models for compliance with fund terms and accounting standards.
Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, supporting schedules, and other client deliverables, driving consistency, quality, and continuous improvement in review processes and controls.
Lead coordination of year-end audits and collaborate with clients, auditors, and internal tax teams to support timely financial reporting and compliance.
Coach, mentor, and develop team members through technical guidance, performance feedback, career development support, and continued learning opportunities.
Build client relationships by participating in client meetings, supporting business development initiatives, and proactively addressing client needs and expectations.
Contribute to departmental initiatives and operational improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen team performance, and support business objectives.