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Lead accounting ops for a well-capitalized Growth Equity firm, working alongside ultra-high caliber professionals and investors as the firm continues to rise in global ranks. Why We Like This

Big Brand Private Equity Firm: Work within a top global Growth Equity firm

High-Quality Leadership: Work for and alongside leaders of the highest caliber. The learning & development opportunity is unmatched.

High Impact - Build & Refine: The role is a net new need given the heightened growth of the firm. Help to rebuild the accounting function to scale with firm size.

Requirements

Strong Accounting Operations Expertise: Hands-on experience managing accounting ops to drive accurate financial reporting and ensure compliance—key for a firm focused on professional and financial services.

Mid-Level Experience with Growth Potential: Looking for someone with 5 - 8 years in accounting who can hit the ground running and scale into senior roles, matching the company’s need for scalable talent in a senior associate capacity.

Ability to Navigate Financial Services Environment: Must grasp the nuances of financial services accounting and regulatory demands to effectively support operations and client requirements.

Responsibilities

Oversee Fund Accounting: Own the full accounting cycle ensuring GAAP compliance and internal controls. Lead invoice processing, expense allocations, and review fund administrator calculations including capital call and distribution allocations.

Lead Management Company Month-End: Manage bookkeeping and accounting for the management company, including budget creation, cash reconciliations, balance sheet oversight, quarterly close, and performance reporting with presentations.

Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and review financial statements, conduct budget vs actual analysis, and provide accurate data support to FP&A.

Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop finance staff to build a high-performing team aligned with company objectives.

Compliance Support: Lead audit project management, tax prep, SEC filings, and regulatory compliance efforts. Support quarterly compliance reporting for SEC, banking partners, and investor relations.