Senior Associate, Private Markets Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies • Union, NJ

7d • $63,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Associate, Private Markets Fund Accounting role supports complex fund accounting across diverse alternative investments. The position performs accounting and reporting work, prepares supporting workpapers and schedules, and contributes to accurate delivery within tight reporting deadlines. It also supports year-end audits and requires regular collaboration with clients, internal teams, external auditors, legal counsel, and tax advisors. The role is based in New York City or Union, New Jersey, in a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• At least 2 years of accounting experience, including hands-on exposure to general ledgers, workpapers, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence interacting across organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA designation, or progress toward certification.
• Experience with alternative investment funds, including private equity.
• Familiarity with investment partnerships and related accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Deliver accurate, high-quality work within tight reporting deadlines and take ownership of key deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain workpapers covering capital activity, investment transactions, and income and expense accruals.
• Update and manage distribution waterfall (carried interest) models.
• Calculate management fees and prepare supporting schedules.
• Analyze transaction documentation to understand investment structures, accounting impacts, and accrual requirements.
• Support the year-end audit process in partnership with internal teams, clients, and external auditors.
• Build relationships with clients and stakeholders, including legal counsel, auditors, and tax advisors, to support seamless execution and timely delivery.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Professional development reimbursement opportunity
• Potential eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options

What This Job Offers

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