Senior Level Director of Fund Development Jobs
Senior level director of fund development jobs place experienced fundraising leaders in command of organizational revenue strategy, donor portfolio decisions, and the development teams and campaigns that deliver results. Openings concentrate in Investment & Asset Management, Banking & Financial Services, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and organizations like CSC, Institutional Capital Network, and Blackstone hiring at this level now.
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Top stateNew York
Top employerCSC
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type57% On-site
Top industryInvestment
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Senior Fund Accountant
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Rockefeller Capital Management
Senior Fund Accountant
Stamford, Connecticut
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Senior Fund Accountant
Rockefeller Capital Management·Stamford, Connecticut
Job functions:
$140k - $175k/yr
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
About Rockefeller Capital Management:
Rockefeller Capital Management participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
Rockefeller Capital Management was established in 2018 as a leading independent financial advisory services firm. Originally founded in 1882 as the family office of John D. Rockefeller, the Firm has evolved to offer strategic advice to ultra- and high-net-worth individuals and families, institutions, and corporations from offices in 37 markets throughout the United States, as well as an office in London. The Firm oversees $236 billion in client assets as of September 30, 2026.
Position:
Our Finance team is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant who is excited to join a growing organization with a reputation for delivering excellence to its clients for generations. Reporting to the Head of Fund Finance, the individual will support the oversight of fund accounting across our private fund platform, including the review of administrator-prepared NAV packages, partner capital allocations and fee calculations, annual financial statement review and audit coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail-oriented, and works effectively both independently and collaboratively with the team.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Head of Fund Finance in overseeing fund accounting operations for 50+ open- and closed-end private funds, spanning private equity, fund of funds, hedge fund and long-only strategies
- Review monthly and quarterly NAV packages prepared by third-party fund administrators, testing the key drivers of NAV, including investment valuations, income, expenses and accruals
- Prepare and coordinate the monthly and quarterly fund NAV review and sign-off process
- Review partners’ capital account allocations, including capital calls, distributions, transfers, and investor-level allocation of income, expenses and gains/losses
- Recalculate and validate management fees, carried interest, performance/incentive fees, high-water marks and distribution waterfalls in accordance with fund governing documents (LPA, PPM, side letters), escalating exceptions as needed
- Monitor and report on fund revenue, capital activity, commitments, expenses, payments, budgeting and forecasting
- Coordinate the year-end audit process and review annual financial statements for 50+ funds, working with external auditors to support timely completion
- Work closely with fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors and internal stakeholders, including investment, legal, compliance and investor relations teams
- Prepare internal reporting on fund revenue, NAVs, commitments and other key financial data for senior management
- Participate in new fund launches, including accounting setup, administrator onboarding and review of fund documents, working closely with project groups
- Help establish and maintain operating procedures, policies and controls across the fund platform
- Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, leveraging technology and AI tools to strengthen controls, increase efficiency and build scalability
- Help supervise, train and develop junior team members and the offshore review team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of experience in limited partnership fund accounting, fund administration or fund audit, with a focus on closed-end private equity funds
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP for investment companies
- Hands-on experience interpreting LPAs and side letters and modeling distribution waterfalls, carried interest and performance fees
- Experience supervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior staff
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Demonstrated ability to apply artificial intelligence (AI) tools to streamline analysis, automate routine tasks and surface actionable insights that drive process efficiency
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple deadlines and deliver consistently within a fast-paced monthly close cycle
- Sound judgment and professional skepticism when reviewing third-party deliverables
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player in a cross-functional environment
- High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $140,000 to $175,000. Base salary for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and may fall outside of the range shown. In addition, this role may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Rockefeller Capital Management offers a comprehensive benefit package including health coverage, vacation time, paid leave, retirement plan, and more. Visit careers.rockco.com to learn more about additional opportunities and benefits offerings.
Disclosure:
Rockefeller & Co. LLC, Rockefeller Financial LLC, Rockefeller Trust Company, N.A., The Rockefeller Trust Company (Delaware), Rockefeller Financial Services, Inc. and all other subsidiaries of Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. (individually and collectively, “Rockefeller”) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, marital or partnership status, caregiver status, legally recognized disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law (“protected characteristics”).
Rockefeller Capital Management participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
Rockefeller Capital Management
Senior Fund Accountant
Stamford, Connecticut
New 10h ago
Job functions:
$140k - $175k/yr
10+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's degree
Full Time
Job Description
About Rockefeller Capital Management:
Rockefeller Capital Management participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
Rockefeller Capital Management was established in 2018 as a leading independent financial advisory services firm. Originally founded in 1882 as the family office of John D. Rockefeller, the Firm has evolved to offer strategic advice to ultra- and high-net-worth individuals and families, institutions, and corporations from offices in 37 markets throughout the United States, as well as an office in London. The Firm oversees $236 billion in client assets as of September 30, 2026.
Position:
Our Finance team is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant who is excited to join a growing organization with a reputation for delivering excellence to its clients for generations. Reporting to the Head of Fund Finance, the individual will support the oversight of fund accounting across our private fund platform, including the review of administrator-prepared NAV packages, partner capital allocations and fee calculations, annual financial statement review and audit coordination. The ideal candidate is highly organized and detail-oriented, and works effectively both independently and collaboratively with the team.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Head of Fund Finance in overseeing fund accounting operations for 50+ open- and closed-end private funds, spanning private equity, fund of funds, hedge fund and long-only strategies
- Review monthly and quarterly NAV packages prepared by third-party fund administrators, testing the key drivers of NAV, including investment valuations, income, expenses and accruals
- Prepare and coordinate the monthly and quarterly fund NAV review and sign-off process
- Review partners’ capital account allocations, including capital calls, distributions, transfers, and investor-level allocation of income, expenses and gains/losses
- Recalculate and validate management fees, carried interest, performance/incentive fees, high-water marks and distribution waterfalls in accordance with fund governing documents (LPA, PPM, side letters), escalating exceptions as needed
- Monitor and report on fund revenue, capital activity, commitments, expenses, payments, budgeting and forecasting
- Coordinate the year-end audit process and review annual financial statements for 50+ funds, working with external auditors to support timely completion
- Work closely with fund administrators, auditors, tax advisors and internal stakeholders, including investment, legal, compliance and investor relations teams
- Prepare internal reporting on fund revenue, NAVs, commitments and other key financial data for senior management
- Participate in new fund launches, including accounting setup, administrator onboarding and review of fund documents, working closely with project groups
- Help establish and maintain operating procedures, policies and controls across the fund platform
- Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives, leveraging technology and AI tools to strengthen controls, increase efficiency and build scalability
- Help supervise, train and develop junior team members and the offshore review team
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred
- 10+ years of experience in limited partnership fund accounting, fund administration or fund audit, with a focus on closed-end private equity funds
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP for investment companies
- Hands-on experience interpreting LPAs and side letters and modeling distribution waterfalls, carried interest and performance fees
- Experience supervising, mentoring or reviewing the work of junior staff
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Demonstrated ability to apply artificial intelligence (AI) tools to streamline analysis, automate routine tasks and surface actionable insights that drive process efficiency
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple deadlines and deliver consistently within a fast-paced monthly close cycle
- Sound judgment and professional skepticism when reviewing third-party deliverables
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player in a cross-functional environment
- High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
The anticipated base salary range for this role is $140,000 to $175,000. Base salary for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and may fall outside of the range shown. In addition, this role may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Rockefeller Capital Management offers a comprehensive benefit package including health coverage, vacation time, paid leave, retirement plan, and more. Visit careers.rockco.com to learn more about additional opportunities and benefits offerings.
Disclosure:
Rockefeller & Co. LLC, Rockefeller Financial LLC, Rockefeller Trust Company, N.A., The Rockefeller Trust Company (Delaware), Rockefeller Financial Services, Inc. and all other subsidiaries of Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. (individually and collectively, “Rockefeller”) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, marital or partnership status, caregiver status, legally recognized disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law (“protected characteristics”).
Rockefeller Capital Management participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
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Senior Level Director of Fund Development Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level director of fund development job?
Employers at this level expect a demonstrated ability to build and manage a major gifts program, lead a development team, and hit ambitious fundraising targets independently. Candidates who can point to specific campaign results, board-level relationships, and experience mentoring junior development staff have a clear edge. A portfolio that shows diversified revenue streams, including planned giving and institutional grants, strengthens your candidacy further.
Which companies hire senior level director of fund developments?
Companies hiring senior level director of fund developments right now include CSC, Institutional Capital Network, and Blackstone, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is driven primarily by established nonprofits, healthcare systems, universities, and large social service organizations that maintain active, year-round development operations.
Are there remote senior level director of fund development jobs?
Yes, though many roles still require some in-person presence for donor relationship work and team leadership. About 43% of senior level director of fund development openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a broader shift toward flexible arrangements even in relationship-intensive fundraising roles. Fully remote positions tend to be more common at national or federated organizations.
What makes a director of fund development role senior level?
Senior level director of fund development roles are defined by organizational ownership rather than execution support. These positions set fundraising strategy, manage a full development team, oversee multi-million-dollar goal portfolios, and report directly to executive leadership or the board. Mentoring associate and mid-level development staff and building long-term donor stewardship systems are core expectations, not stretch responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most senior level director of fund developments?
Senior Level director of fund development roles concentrate in Investment & Asset Management, Banking & Financial Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely heavily on philanthropic revenue, government grants, and major donor programs to fund operations, which creates sustained demand for experienced development leadership at the director level.