Senior Associate- Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting (CFO Services)

IQ-EQ•New York, NY

7h•$70,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide outsourced CFO support to hedge funds and private equity clients, managing financial operations, reporting, and collaboration with auditors, administrators, and service providers. Deliver financial analysis, model creation, and process improvements while ensuring accurate accounting practices, investor reporting, and fund management oversight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, with CPA designation preferred.
4+ years of experience in the alternative investment management industry, with public accounting experience considered a plus.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to multi‑task.
Thrive in dynamic, entrepreneurial environments as a hard‑working, self‑starter who is dedicated, punctual, and personable.
Strong accounting and analytical skills, problem‑solving ability, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with familiarity in QuickBooks, OpenAir, Bill.com, and Expensify as an advantage.

Responsibilities

Liaise with auditors, administrators, HR/payroll, and other service providers while delivering outsourced CFO services to Hedge Funds and Private Equity Funds.
Collaborate with team members and clients, providing daily operational support and participating in ad‑hoc projects, including financial modeling and analysis.
Review NAVs, allocations, investor statements, reconciliations, expense schedules, management fee calculations, and incentive allocations to ensure accuracy.
Prepare fund and management company financial statements, maintain accounting practices, research accounting principles, and advise clients on improvements.
Coordinate client onboarding tasks such as opening brokerage and bank accounts, while arranging and participating in regular conference calls to support engagement.