Senior Fund Accountant

Aztec Group•Radnor, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Aztec, we’re committed to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to grow. We know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthen our business and we welcome applications from all individuals. So, if your experience doesn’t exactly match with every part of the job description, but you are excited about the role, we would still like to hear from you. If you are passionate, curious, innovative and data driven, you could still be a good fit. Reports to the Fund Accounting Manager This highly numerical position will be working with an established team in our US office, who service Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Private Credit products for both mid-market and institutional clients. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated candidate to make a significant impact to our growing US business and to work with a growing and dynamic team.

Requirements

Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
Sound technical knowledge of US GAAP and reporting required for the alternative funds sectors
Computer literacy, word processing and spreadsheet skills are essential
Excellent collaboration skills and passionate team player
Good interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts
Ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with a ‘can-do’ attitude

Nice To Haves

CPA accreditation is highly advantageous
Experience of using Yardi, eFront or Investran is preferrable
3+ years previous experience in Fund Accounting or Auditing, ideally in the alternative funds sector (either in-house with a fund manager or a fund administrator)

Responsibilities

Complete all aspects of accounting matters for a portfolio of fund structures, including the accurate preparation of equalisation and carry calculations
Preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP (and perhaps other reporting standards such as IFRS and UK/Lux GAAP).
Interpret and apply more complex LPA (Limited Partnership Agreement) requirements to accounting processes
Researching accounting guidance as necessary to ensure correct recording of complex transactions
Provide assistance with completion of more complex audit queries
Take an increasing lead in regular client calls and correspondence
Managing client relationships including responding to client requests
Preparation of investor reporting including calculations of investor and fund performance.
Participating in office wide projects that focus on improving efficiency or enhancing internal controls
Working with technology team on testing of new system functionality or reports
Undertake soft reviews of the work produced by more junior team members
Ensure Aztec internal control frameworks are followed in full