Finance Manager | DCS (Financial Technology)

Petra Funds Group • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Petra Funds Group is seeking a Finance Manager to be fully dedicated to one of our clients, a growth equity firm with over $10B in assets under management. This is a unique, embedded role where you will operate as an extension of the Client's internal finance team, supporting fund accounting, reporting, and operational processes across multiple investment vehicles. In addition to core fund accounting responsibilities, this role offers the opportunity to help modernize finance workflows through the application of AI and automation tools. You will partner closely with the Client's Head of Finance, Petra’s fund administration team, and external service providers to ensure accurate reporting while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability. This position is based in New York City and requires regular in-office presence (approximately 90% onsite).

Requirements

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within private equity, credit, or financial services
• Strong understanding of fund accounting and NAV processes
• Strong understanding of capital accounts and investor allocations
• Strong understanding of waterfall calculations and fund structures
• Experience working with or alongside fund administrators
• Demonstrated use of AI or automation tools to improve workflows in a professional setting
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with Investran or similar fund accounting systems
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct or comparable GL platforms
• Background in private equity or growth equity funds
• Big Four (asset management) experience
• CPA or progress toward certification

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated Finance Manager embedded within the Client's finance organization
• Own day-to-day fund accounting, including NAVs, allocations, and capital account maintenance
• Support capital calls, distributions, and waterfall calculations across fund vehicles
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements and investor reporting deliverables
• Coordinate LP reporting to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
• Partner with Petra’s fund administration team on accounting workflows and deliverables
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors to support audits and tax filings
• Assist with tax reporting processes, including K-1 coordination
• Identify opportunities to improve fund accounting workflows and reduce manual processes
• Apply AI and automation tools to streamline tasks such as reconciliation, reporting, and data management
• Partner with finance and technology stakeholders to enhance systems and processes
• Support documentation and rollout of new tools and workflows across the team

Benefits

• 90% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums
• Fully funded Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions up to the IRS maximum
• 401(k) employer match at 100% of your contributions up to 5% of compensation, with immediate vesting
• Flexible paid time off
• Generous holiday calendar

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed