Senior Fund Accountant
Selby Jennings
Tampa, FL (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Fund, SPV & Insurance-Dedicated Vehicle Accounting Oversight Lead oversight of third-party administrators across all pooled vehicles to ensure financial reporting meets applicable accounting standards and regulatory expectations. Review and sign off on key calculations and reporting outputs, including expense allocations, fee computations, NAV reporting, and related schedules. Direct the preparation and validation of investor-related transactions such as capital activity, distribution calculations, equalization mechanics, and waterfall models. Oversee the production of periodic financial statements (quarterly/annual) and investor capital account reporting, ensuring consistency and timeliness. Confirm all client-facing reports are delivered accurately and within required deadlines. Partner with treasury leadership to monitor cash activity and liquidity management across fund structures. Act as a primary reviewer for materials submitted for regulatory and compliance filings, working alongside internal or external compliance teams. Review investor onboarding documentation, including subscription agreements and supporting materials. Coordinate closely with legal counsel to ensure fund-level obligations, notices, and governance requirements are satisfied. Contribute to investment, valuation, and allocation committee processes through preparation and review of supporting analytics and materials. Serve as a central contact for investor support matters, collaborating with relationship managers to address inquiries and administrative needs. GP & Carried Interest / Incentive Structure Accounting Oversee financial operations and reporting for general partner entities and employee incentive structures. Review outputs across core accounting functions including reconciliations, payables/receivables, expense processing, and carried interest calculations. Partner with treasury on cash management activities for these entities. Ensure timely delivery of financial reports to internal and external stakeholders. Support budgeting and forecasting cycles by compiling and validating inputs across teams and producing forward-looking analyses. Separately Managed Account (SMA) Operations Manage the administration of SMA portfolios, including coordination of audit and tax deliverables, fee billing, capital activity, and liquidity events. Ensure downstream reporting teams are equipped with accurate data to produce portfolio-level reporting. Oversee distribution of required reports and communications to investors and stakeholders. Cross-Functional & Firmwide Responsibilities Coordinate with external tax advisors to support preparation of returns across all entity types while ensuring compliance with applicable tax regulations. Oversee year-end audit cycles and valuation processes, acting as the key liaison with auditors and third-party valuation specialists. Interpret governing documents to ensure accounting treatment aligns with partnership agreements and structural terms. Support internal management reporting processes by delivering accurate data in collaboration with broader accounting teams. Work closely with investment professionals to deliver both recurring and ad hoc reporting needs. Establish and enhance accounting policies and internal controls in line with GAAP and regulatory requirements. Continuously improve operational workflows, documentation standards, and data management practices to drive efficiency. Ensure proper recordkeeping through organized electronic filing systems and audit-ready documentation. Analyze financial performance and present actionable insights to leadership. Lead, mentor, and develop team members while delegating responsibilities effectively. Contribute to additional initiatives and special projects as needed across the firm. Qualifications & Skill Set Degree in Accounting (undergraduate or graduate level). CPA designation required (or near completion with intent to finalize certification). 5+ years of relevant accounting experience within investment management or a related field. Strong Excel skills and overall proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. Quick adaptability to new systems; experience with platforms such as Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Carta, or iPaladin preferred. Comfortable operating in a lean, collaborative team environment. Strong ability to manage competing priorities and work independently. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Proactive mindset with a willingness to recommend process improvements and new ideas. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Team-oriented with flexibility and openness to different perspectives. Professional demeanor with low ego and strong cultural alignment. Willingness to work onsite to support team collaboration. High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information. Ability to travel occasionally (up to ~10%).