Fund Accountant - Private Equity

Jennifer Fukumae is a direct-hire recruiter specializing in Financial Services, partnering with firms and professionals to connect top talent with the right opportunities. Reach out via LinkedIn or email to start a conversation.

Robert Half Finance & Accounting is partnering with a global private equity firm that is expanding its finance team seeking a Fund Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals with a public accounting background to transition into investment accounting, take on immediate responsibility, and build a career with strong growth potential.

The firm is known for its supportive, career-focused culture, offering mentorship, advancement opportunities, and generous rewards for high-quality work.

What You’ll Do

• Manage Fund and General Partner ledgers, including quarterly expenses, accruals, intercompany activity, investment transactions, and partner allocations.
• Prepare and review quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Support annual audits and tax filings.
• Monitor cash positions across assigned funds.
• Calculate, record, and process capital calls and distributions for funds and investments.
• Partner with Investor Relations to respond to limited partner inquiries.
• Prepare and deliver ad-hoc analyses and reports to support decision-making.
• Experience in private equity or partnership accounting strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with cash flow analysis.
• 5+ years of audit or fund accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Economics.
• CPA or progress toward CPA is a plus.
• Strong time management and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Why This Role Is Great

• Immediate responsibility and visibility across fund operations and reporting.
• Mentorship and structured growth opportunities within a global PE firm.
• Exposure to complex investment structures, cash management, and investor communications.

Interested in this role - or curious about other opportunities? Connect with Jennifer Fukumae on LinkedIn and send a message. I’d love to have a conversation about your career goals and how this role could be a great next step!