Fund Accountant Jobs in Wisconsin
Fund Accountant jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in the investment management, insurance, and financial services sectors, with steady demand at every level from entry-level fund administrators to senior portfolio accountants. Milwaukee is the primary hiring hub, anchored by firms like Northwestern Mutual, Baird, and Johnson Financial Group, while Madison and the greater Fox Valley corridor contribute additional openings. The most in-demand specialties are NAV calculation, hedge fund administration, and private equity fund accounting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
We are growing! We are seeking a detail-oriented Investment Fund Accountant to join our Capital Formation team. This role will support the administration and operations of investment funds, with responsibilities spanning fund accounting support, investor servicing, compliance and performance tracking, reporting, and client relationship management.
The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of professional experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a working knowledge of accounting and financial statements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day administration and operations of investment funds.
- Track and monitor investor capital contributions, fund disbursements, distributions, and cash activity.
- Maintain accurate investor, fund, and transaction records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with fund accounting activities, including account reconciliations, expense tracking, general ledger review, and preparation of periodic reporting.
- Support quarterly and annual investor and fund reporting.
- May assist with annual audits and coordinate documentation with auditors, tax accountants, and other third parties.
- Work closely with finance, accounting, legal, and compliance teams to support fund operations and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Serve as a point of contact for fund managers and investors, responding to inquiries and providing timely updates regarding investments, fund activity, reporting, and documentation.
- Build and maintain strong client and investor relationships through professional, responsive service and ongoing communication.
- Coordinate investor onboarding, subscription documentation, capital activity, and other investor servicing requirements.
- Maintain organized fund and investor records and assist with ad hoc fund administration and Capital Formation initiatives.
- Review and process wire payments and transfers.
- Complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Client (KYC) procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4-year degree
- 1 year professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of professional experience in fund administration, fund accounting, financial services, investor relations, banking, accounting, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and general technology skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong client-service orientation.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively with investors, internal teams, and external service providers.
- Experience with investment funds, private equity, real estate, alternative investments, or fund administration.
- Experience with investor servicing, investor relations, asset management, or client relationship management.
- Familiarity with fund accounting and GAAP principles.
- Familiarity with EB-5 investments, USCIS requirements, and/or SEC investment fund regulations.
- Experience with Investran or similar fund administration, CRM, or investor reporting platforms.
The below pay range(s) represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant’s skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Baker Tilly offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
In Madison and Milwaukee Wisconsin: pay rate range for this role is $57,800 - $95,600.
In Tampa and Orlando Florida: pay rate range for this role is $54,900 - $90,800.
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Overview
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.
Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.
Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.
Job Description
We are growing! We are seeking a detail-oriented Investment Fund Accountant to join our Capital Formation team. This role will support the administration and operations of investment funds, with responsibilities spanning fund accounting support, investor servicing, compliance and performance tracking, reporting, and client relationship management.
The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of professional experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a working knowledge of accounting and financial statements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day administration and operations of investment funds.
- Track and monitor investor capital contributions, fund disbursements, distributions, and cash activity.
- Maintain accurate investor, fund, and transaction records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with fund accounting activities, including account reconciliations, expense tracking, general ledger review, and preparation of periodic reporting.
- Support quarterly and annual investor and fund reporting.
- May assist with annual audits and coordinate documentation with auditors, tax accountants, and other third parties.
- Work closely with finance, accounting, legal, and compliance teams to support fund operations and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Serve as a point of contact for fund managers and investors, responding to inquiries and providing timely updates regarding investments, fund activity, reporting, and documentation.
- Build and maintain strong client and investor relationships through professional, responsive service and ongoing communication.
- Coordinate investor onboarding, subscription documentation, capital activity, and other investor servicing requirements.
- Maintain organized fund and investor records and assist with ad hoc fund administration and Capital Formation initiatives.
- Review and process wire payments and transfers.
- Complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Client (KYC) procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- 4-year degree
- 1 year professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 1–2 years of professional experience in fund administration, fund accounting, financial services, investor relations, banking, accounting, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and general technology skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong client-service orientation.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work effectively with investors, internal teams, and external service providers.
- Experience with investment funds, private equity, real estate, alternative investments, or fund administration.
- Experience with investor servicing, investor relations, asset management, or client relationship management.
- Familiarity with fund accounting and GAAP principles.
- Familiarity with EB-5 investments, USCIS requirements, and/or SEC investment fund regulations.
- Experience with Investran or similar fund administration, CRM, or investor reporting platforms.
The below pay range(s) represents a good-faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation the firm expects to pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of relevant factors, including an applicant’s skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. Baker Tilly offers a compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.
In Madison and Milwaukee Wisconsin: pay rate range for this role is $57,800 - $95,600.
In Tampa and Orlando Florida: pay rate range for this role is $54,900 - $90,800.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fund accountant jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- CPA credential or active pursuit of CPA licensure through the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs preferred
- Demonstrated experience with NAV calculation, fund reconciliation, or portfolio accounting
- Proficiency in fund accounting platforms such as Geneva, Investran, or similar systems
- Strong understanding of GAAP as applied to investment funds and financial reporting
- Ability to meet month-end and quarter-end close deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Fund Accountant Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a fund accountant in Wisconsin?
Most fund accountant roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance as the foundation. While the role itself is not state-licensed, many Wisconsin employers strongly prefer candidates who hold or are actively pursuing CPA licensure, which is administered through the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs. Passing the Uniform CPA Exam and meeting Wisconsin's education and experience requirements significantly improves hiring prospects at major Milwaukee and Madison firms.
How much do fund accountants make in Wisconsin?
Fund accountants in Wisconsin earn a median of about $79,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,340 for the lowest 10% to over $127,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire fund accountants in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring fund accountants in Wisconsin include UMB Financial Corporation, Artisan Partners, and Baker Tilly Canada, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of large mutual insurance companies, regional asset managers, and registered investment advisors based in Milwaukee creates consistent, year-round demand for fund accounting professionals at multiple experience levels.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most fund accountant jobs?
Milwaukee are the Wisconsin cities with the most fund accountant openings. Milwaukee dominates because it is home to the state's largest financial services employers, including major asset managers and insurance-affiliated investment platforms, while Madison's presence reflects the university system's affiliated investment offices and a growing fintech sector that supports fund operations roles.
Are there remote fund accountant jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, and more than many finance roles, since fund accounting work is largely desk-based and system-driven. About 100% of fund accountant openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader industry flexibility in the investment operations space. NAV reporting, reconciliation, and investor reporting functions are the sub-areas most frequently offered with remote or hybrid arrangements by Wisconsin employers.
How can I get hired as a fund accountant in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to fund administrator or junior fund accounting associate roles at Milwaukee-based asset managers and insurance investment arms, which regularly hire new graduates from Wisconsin accounting programs. Employers like Baird and Northwestern Mutual run structured rotational or associate programs suited to candidates without direct fund accounting experience. A partial CPA exam completion, internship in public accounting, or coursework in investment accounting gives candidates a clear advantage when competing for these positions.
Where can I find and apply to fund accountant jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to fund accountant jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Milwaukee, Madison, and other Wisconsin markets. Find roles that fit your experience and target firms, then apply directly to the postings that match what you are looking for.
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