Senior Fund Accountant

VWH Capital Management, LP•Dallas, TX

75d•Onsite

About The Position

VWH Capital Management is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to work closely with the CFO and Director in overseeing the financial operations of the firm’s private investment funds. This individual will play a key in‑house role responsible for fund accounting oversight, financial reporting, and coordination with third‑party service providers, including the fund administrator, auditors, and tax advisors. The position offers broad exposure across the full fund lifecycle and is well‑suited for a candidate looking to step beyond a purely administrative or audit role into a hands‑on, ownership‑oriented position within a growing investment manager. The firm invests across a broad spectrum of securitized products, with a current focus on distressed U.S. residential mortgages and securitization structures. This role is expected to become an integral part of the finance team and contribute meaningfully to process improvement, investor reporting, and scaling the firm’s fund operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA required
4–8 years of progressive fund accounting, audit, or fund administration experience, preferably within private equity, credit, or alternative investments
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and partnership accounting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Highly detail‑oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact directly with senior management, auditors, and investors
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring reporting deadlines
Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and strong process management skills
Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely within a small, senior‑leaning team

Nice To Haves

experience working with third‑party fund administrators strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Review and validate monthly and quarterly NAV close packages prepared by the fund administrator, including all supporting schedules and reconciliations
Review general ledger activity, cash and position reconciliations, expense accruals, and investor‑level allocations
Ensure accounting treatments are consistent with governing documents and U.S. GAAP
Review quarterly and annual financial statements, including footnotes, prepared by third‑party administrators
Coordinate and support year‑end audits and interim reviews with external auditors (Big 4 and national firms)
Liaise with tax advisors on investor tax reporting, K‑1 preparation, and related estimates
Prepare and review investor capital calls, distributions, and capital account statements
Maintain investor commitment records and capital account balances
Prepare and review management fees, partner allocations, incentive fees, and waterfall calculations
Support partner transfers, admissions, and other investor‑level changes
Assist with quarterly investor reporting, including financial data, operating metrics, and supporting schedules
Respond to investor questionnaires and recurring due diligence requests
Support fundraising data requests and investor transparency initiatives
Review and monitor fund expenses, vendor payments, and allocation methodologies
Track and allocate investor‑borne expenses in accordance with fund documents
Assist with cash management, forecasting, and coordination with the administrator on payment timing
Assist with regulatory and compliance‑related filings and data requests
Support internal controls, documentation, and process enhancements related to fund accounting and reporting
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of fund accounting processes
Participate in special projects across finance, compliance, and operations as the platform continues to grow
Provide analytical support to senior leadership as needed