Fund Accounting Specialist

1 day ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Standish Management Full time

We are a leading provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically: Buy-out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund-of-Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently.

Job Overview:

The Fund Controller at Standish Management works with other team members to lead the financial reporting and administration operations of our clients. In conjunction with the Engagement Manager, the Fund Controller is responsible for fund accounting, capital account maintenance and financial statement preparation for clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise the audit and tax preparation process
  • Assist with the preparation of information and data for Capital Calls, Distributions and Allocations to investors
  • Manage and track portfolio company financings in detail
  • Oversee cash flow management and forecasting
  • Assist with Quarterly Reporting to the Limited Partners
  • Maintain investor information in third-party software systems
  • Perform some local travel to Client sites as needed

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree required (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
  • 2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
  • CPA is a plus
  • Previous Private Equity/VC experience and knowledge of Partnership Accounting, preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks preferred


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