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Senior Hedge Fund Accountant
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Selby Jennings
Boca Raton, FL (In Person)
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Position Overview This role is responsible for overseeing core accounting and reporting functions across a suite of hedge funds and separately managed portfolios. The individual will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial data, acting as a point of review for both internal outputs and external service providers while contributing to process efficiency and team development. Core Responsibilities Own the end-to-end accounting oversight for designated funds and accounts, including supervising deliverables produced by junior staff and third-party/offshore support teams Perform detailed reconciliations between trading platforms and the firm's accounting system (Geneva), proactively researching and resolving discrepancies Evaluate NAV reporting packages prepared by fund administrators, identifying inconsistencies and coordinating issue resolution with both internal stakeholders and external partners Review and validate daily and monthly financial activity, including P&L fluctuations, balance sheet movements, and key drivers impacting NAV Partner with internal departments, administrators, and external auditors to support accounting, valuation, and reporting workflows Develop a strong understanding of pricing methodologies and market data inputs across a range of complex hedge fund instruments Contribute to ongoing enhancements of accounting and reporting processes, including automation and control improvements Provide guidance, oversight, and mentorship to less experienced team members, fostering development and accuracy in output Support ad hoc reporting requests, analytics, and strategic initiatives as needed Candidate Profile Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline At least 3+ years of relevant experience within fund accounting, alternative asset management, or public accounting environments Direct experience supporting hedge fund strategies, with exposure to asset classes such as fixed income securities, derivatives (options, futures, swaps), and ETFs Familiarity with hedge fund structures and interaction with third-party administrators Hands-on experience with Advent Geneva or similar portfolio accounting systems Advanced Excel capabilities, with the ability to analyze large datasets and identify discrepancies Strong analytical mindset with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Effective communicator with the ability to interact across teams and external partners