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SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.
Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Fund Accounting
Locations: New York City (hybrid) | Boston, MA (hybrid) | Windsor, CT (hybrid) | Jacksonville, FL (hybrid) | Dallas, TX (hybrid)
About the Role
As a Manager, Fund Accounting, you will lead and manage a team responsible for delivering comprehensive fund administration services to our alternative investment clients. This role requires a strong understanding of complex fund structures, private equity, hedge fund, and/or real estate accounting principles, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Why Join SS&C
SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.
You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting processes for a portfolio of alternative investment funds, including private equity, hedge funds, and/or real estate funds.
- Manage a team of fund accountants, including performance management, training, and development.
- Review and approve complex journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, investor reports, and regulatory filings.
- Lead client communication and relationship management, acting as a primary point of contact for complex accounting inquiries.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, technology) to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement best practices for fund accounting processes and controls.
- Stay current with industry trends, accounting pronouncements (e.g., ASC 946), and regulatory changes impacting alternative investments.
- Participate in new client onboarding and due diligence processes.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and automation.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, specifically within alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds, real estate funds).
- In-depth knowledge of various alternative investment structures and their associated accounting complexities.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, particularly as applied to investment companies.
- Proven ability to manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency in fund accounting software (e.g., Advent Geneva, PFS-PAXUS, Investran) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
What Sets You Apart
- CPA designation is a plus.
- Master’s degree is preferred.
Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities. Click here to apply.
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Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. New York: The expected base salary for the position is between 78,000 USD to 165,000 USD. Massachusetts: The expected base salary for the position is between 115,000 USD to 165,000 USD.
In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company’s discretion.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.
Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Fund Accounting
Locations: New York City (hybrid) | Boston, MA (hybrid) | Windsor, CT (hybrid) | Jacksonville, FL (hybrid) | Dallas, TX (hybrid)
About the Role
As a Manager, Fund Accounting, you will lead and manage a team responsible for delivering comprehensive fund administration services to our alternative investment clients. This role requires a strong understanding of complex fund structures, private equity, hedge fund, and/or real estate accounting principles, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Why Join SS&C
SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.
You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting processes for a portfolio of alternative investment funds, including private equity, hedge funds, and/or real estate funds.
- Manage a team of fund accountants, including performance management, training, and development.
- Review and approve complex journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, investor reports, and regulatory filings.
- Lead client communication and relationship management, acting as a primary point of contact for complex accounting inquiries.
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, technology) to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement best practices for fund accounting processes and controls.
- Stay current with industry trends, accounting pronouncements (e.g., ASC 946), and regulatory changes impacting alternative investments.
- Participate in new client onboarding and due diligence processes.
- Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and automation.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, specifically within alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds, real estate funds).
- In-depth knowledge of various alternative investment structures and their associated accounting complexities.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, particularly as applied to investment companies.
- Proven ability to manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency in fund accounting software (e.g., Advent Geneva, PFS-PAXUS, Investran) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.
What Sets You Apart
- CPA designation is a plus.
- Master’s degree is preferred.
Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities. Click here to apply.
#LI-TR1
#LI-Hybrid
Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
Actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, prior experience, education, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. New York: The expected base salary for the position is between 78,000 USD to 165,000 USD. Massachusetts: The expected base salary for the position is between 115,000 USD to 165,000 USD.
In addition, employees in this role may be eligible for consideration on an annual basis for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options, based upon individual and business performance at the company’s discretion.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fund accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience with NAV calculation and fund financial statement preparation
- Proficiency in fund accounting platforms such as Geneva, Advent, or Investran
- Strong understanding of GAAP and investment fund accounting standards
- CPA certification or active progress toward CPA licensure
- Experience reconciling positions, cash, and income across prime brokerage and custodian statements
Tips for Your Fund Accountant Job Search
Quantify your NAV calculation experience
Hiring managers want to see the scale you've worked at. On your resume, note the number and type of funds you supported, the asset classes covered, and whether you produced daily or monthly NAVs. Vague descriptions of duties lose out to concrete scope.
Highlight your fund administration software
Fund accountant postings consistently screen for platforms like Geneva, Advent, Investran, or Yardi. List every system you've used, including the specific modules, so your resume clears automated screening before a recruiter reads a single line.
Target roles by fund strategy, not just title
Your experience with a long-only equity fund doesn't translate identically to a credit or real estate fund. Filter openings by the asset class you know best first. Matching your background to the fund strategy improves callback rates significantly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fund accountant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical Excel or model test
Many fund accounting interviews include a take-home or live test covering reconciliations, waterfall calculations, or trial balance work. Practice building a simple NAV schedule from scratch in Excel so you can move efficiently without template support.
Negotiate start date around close cycles
Fund accountants often join mid-cycle, which creates immediate pressure. If you're leaving a current role, negotiate a start date that lands after your current fund's month-end or quarter-end close to avoid splitting your attention at the worst possible time.
Fund Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fund accountants?
The companies hiring the most fund accountants right now include CSC, Citco, and IQ-EQ, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Fund administration firms and large asset managers tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many fund accountant jobs are remote?
About 83% of fund accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common at smaller fund administrators and boutique hedge funds. Financial reporting and investor accounting functions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles tied to daily NAV production often require in-office presence around close periods.
How do you become a fund accountant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and build foundational knowledge in GAAP and investment vehicles. Entry-level roles at fund administrators or public accounting firms that serve investment clients are the most direct path in. From there, gaining hands-on NAV calculation experience and working toward your CPA moves you into mid-level roles. Familiarity with at least one fund accounting platform is expected before most employers will consider you for a standalone position.
Can you get a fund accountant job with little experience?
Yes, fund administration firms regularly hire candidates with strong accounting fundamentals and no direct fund experience, particularly for junior NAV analyst roles. Internships at asset managers or public accounting firms that audit investment funds carry significant weight. Demonstrating Excel proficiency, an understanding of basic investment instruments like equities and bonds, and a CPA exam enrollment will set you apart from other entry-level applicants.
What does the fund accountant interview process look like?
Most fund accountant interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a recruiter or HR screen focused on your background and software experience. A technical round follows, often including questions on NAV methodology, journal entries, and reconciliation scenarios, and may include a practical Excel exercise. Final rounds usually involve a hiring manager or team lead conversation covering your experience with specific fund strategies, close cycles, and how you handle discrepancies under deadline pressure.
Where can I find and apply to fund accountant jobs?
You can find and apply to fund accountant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, fund strategy background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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