Senior Fund Accountant

ROERS COMPANIES•Plymouth, MN

21h•$89,100 - $111,400

About The Position

The Senior Fund Accountant plays a key role in the ongoing financial stewardship of Roers Companies’ investment funds. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of fund-level accounting, reporting, and compliance activities, while partnering closely with internal teams across finance, asset management, tax, and investor relations. This role requires a strong technical accounting foundation, sound judgment, and the ability to move comfortably between detailed execution and higher-level analysis. The Senior Fund Accountant is expected to take ownership of core fund accounting processes, proactively identify and resolve issues, and contribute to continuous improvement of systems, controls, and reporting practices. A hands-on, solutions-oriented mindset and a willingness to dig into complex or unfamiliar issues are essential to success in this role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Ability to research and understand tax rules and regulations.
Must be able to multitask and manage multiple projects, processes, programs, and procedures simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred.
REIT experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare quarterly and annual fund financial statements.
Ensure accounting and financial records are accurate, timely and retained.
Preparation and oversight of quarterly NAV and portfolio reconciliation process; investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Oversee the general ledger accounting activities, which may include journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
Preparing and reviewing fund forecasts, performance estimates, attributions, and other ad-hoc projects.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data recorded in the general ledger.
Research technical accounting issues as they arise.
Ability to research and answer tax questions from investors and other stakeholders.
Assist in collecting relevant data and documents required for investor onboarding.
Prepare/review responses to information requests from investors in the business, providing portfolio and financial information as needed.
Maintain detailed capital account balances for partners.
Calculating management fees, distributions, waterfall allocations, and IRR.
Preparing and reviewing expense allocations and payments.
Assisting in review of investor statements and internal reporting.
Coordinating with external auditors for the year-end audit process.
Responsible for REIT compliance and related quarterly and annual testing.
Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate risks.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Strong technical and analytical aptitude translating accounting guidance into practical business advice.

Benefits

Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, FSA, and HSA
Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave
Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability
Additional Voluntary Benefits – Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
401(K) - 3% company contribution, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and bereavement
Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program
Free stays in Roers’ properties guest suites
Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completes 60 days of employment
Charitable Match Program – Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Assistance Programs