Senior Associate, Fund Accounting

SS&C•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join a fast-paced hedge fund accounting team where you’ll take ownership of daily NAV processes, including reconciliations, trade support, corporate actions, and fee calculations. You’ll work closely with investment managers, auditors, and prime brokers to ensure accuracy across complex portfolios while contributing to timely monthly and daily reporting. This role offers strong exposure to the full hedge fund lifecycle in a collaborative environment that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Mathematics
2+ years of experience in accounting or financial services

Nice To Haves

Master’s, CPA, or CFA a plus
Hedge fund accounting experience strongly preferred
Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal
Collaborative team player who can also work independently and take initiative
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

Take ownership of daily hedge fund accounting operations, including cash, position, and market value reconciliations
Process and monitor trade activity while ensuring accuracy across all investment records
Review accruals, expenses, and fee calculations to ensure completeness and compliance
Manage corporate actions from end to end, including validation of pricing and event data using independent sources
Perform analytical reviews of daily and monthly fund performance and financial results
Collaborate with investment managers, prime brokers, auditors, and tax teams to resolve breaks and ensure alignment across stakeholders
Support audit and tax deliverables by preparing accurate, well-documented supporting schedules
Contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced, high-volume trading environment