Senior Associate, Fund Accounting

Baron Capital • New York, NY

1d • $120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Fund Accounting Senior Associate with prior experience at a public accounting firm to join our growing Fund Accounting group. In this role, you will handle a wide variety of fund accounting tasks, gaining exposure to various investment vehicles (U.S. Mutual Funds and ETFs, Irish UCITS, CITs, SMAs, Model Delivery, etc.), and operational processes. This position offers exceptional learning opportunities through hands-on involvement in complex projects, mentorship from senior leaders, and access to professional development resources. With a clear path for advancement, top performers can progress quickly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Recommended 2-4 years of public accounting experience preferred, ideally with a background in registered funds audit (ETF experience is a plus)
• CPA license preferred

Nice To Haves

• Eagerness to learn, adapt, develop, and continuously improve processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities and creativity
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset paired with the ability to take initiative and independently manage workload
• Ability to prioritize effectively and perform under shifting deadlines
• Strong work ethic, including willingness to go above and beyond to produce timely, high-quality materials in fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Responsibilities

• Reconcile third-party fund accountant reports to internal records
• Lead and assist with the research of various fund accounting issues, both within the Fund Accounting group and across the Firm
• Gather and analyze internal historical data for special requests and regulatory reporting
• Draft procedural documents as the Senior Associate learns the distinct roles and responsibilities of the Department’s team members
• Input and maintain various data points within internal systems
• Support daily accounting reconciliations and reporting of cash availability to Portfolio Managers
• Assist with the creation and review of various marketing materials while gaining exposure to the Funds’ and the Firm’s investment trends and philosophies
• Participate in the oversight of the daily fair valuation process, including recommending prices for fair-valued securities, as necessary
• Review of financial statements and other regulatory reports
• Assist with the oversight of registered fund tax compliance, including reviewing deliverables from third‑party providers and preparing internal analyses related to tax efficiency and distribution planning
• Develop experience in, and eventually oversee, various aspects of Irish UCITS

Benefits

• It is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• It also participates in the Firm's 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan.
• The Firm's comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, along with short and long-term disability insurance coverage.
• In addition, the Firm offers paid time off programs, free corporate gym access, subsidized in-office lunch options, and various employee discounts/perks programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level