Fund Accountant (OOJ - 48047) NPAworldwide Recruitment Network update Last updated: Aug/25/2026

Job Description Our client is seeking a Fund Accountant to join its growing finance and accounting team in Charlottesville, Virginia. This individual will take ownership of key accounting and operational activities supporting investment vehicles, with exposure to the full lifecycle of fund accounting, investment activity, valuations, financial reporting, and investor capital activity. This is a strong opportunity for an accounting or financial services professional who wants to deepen their experience in investment and fund accounting while working in a collaborative, analytical environment. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to independently research and resolve discrepancies. This person should also be interested in using technology, automation, and emerging tools to improve accounting processes and efficiency. What You'll Do Fund Accounting & Financial Close Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes for investment vehicles

Prepare, review, and post investment transactions

Perform account and investment reconciliations and research discrepancies

Review investment values and investigate unusual activity or variances

Coordinate and process capital activity, including capital calls and distributions

Maintain accurate accounting workpapers, documentation, and supporting records

Assist with financial reporting, audits, and other accounting requirements

Support cash management and treasury-related activities as needed Investment Operations & External Coordination Work closely with third-party service providers to research and resolve accounting and reconciliation matters

Communicate with investment managers and other external partners to obtain information and support accounting and closing processes

Help ensure investment activity is accurately reflected within accounting records and systems Process Improvement & Technology Develop a strong understanding of existing accounting processes, systems, and controls

Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and recurring workflows

Leverage technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve accounting processes and analysis

Participate in system enhancements and other finance and accounting initiatives

Qualifications:

1-3+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably within public accounting, investment management, fund accounting, financial services, or another complex accounting environment

Investment fund accounting or investment operations experience is strongly preferred

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

CPA or progress toward CPA designation is a plus

Solid understanding of accounting principles

Experience researching and resolving transactions, reconciliations, and accounting discrepancies

Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with accounting systems and complex financial data

Experience with double-entry accounting systems preferred

Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Interest in investment structures, fund accounting, technology, automation, and emerging tools

Ability to handle confidential information professionally

Why is This a

Great Opportunity :

Guiding Principles Integrity:

Demonstrates unquestioned ethics and credibility. Strives to exemplify the highest ethical standards in both work and personal lives.

Excellence:

Has exceptional work ethic. Works both hard and smart. Demonstrates continuous self-evaluation of successes and failures.

Service:

Puts others first. Illustrates mission-driven outlook and approach.

Stewardship:

Puts long-term interests above short-term goals. Focuses on the greater good.

People:

Demonstrates passion and excellent judgment. Treats others with respect, helps when and how needed, and is respectful of the needs of others.

Teamwork:

Takes a collaborative and selfless approach. Operates under the "Golden Rule".

Humility:

Comfortable with being wrong. Seeks to learn from mistakes. Willing to do anything necessary to get the job done. Treats all as equals.

Position-Based Competencies Accuracy:

Identifies and corrects mistakes; does not repeat past mistakes; demonstrates strong attention to detail.

Problem Solving:

Strong analytical skills with the ability to make recommendations and problem solve with sound judgment.

Adaptability:

Self-starter with the ability to nimbly manage competing priorities; willingness to assist wherever and whenever necessary.

Relationship Management:

Ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders and communicate effectively with audiences at varying organizational levels.

Process Management:

Driven by results but focused on improving processes and efficiency.

Team Orientation:

Comfortable taking direction or taking the lead; receptive to feedback.

Communication:

Demonstrates clear, thoughtful, and thorough verbal and written skills.

Visa sponsorship provided:

No

Location:

Charlottesville, VA, Virginia, USA

Remote Status:

Partially Remote

Pay Type:

Annual Salary

Occupational Categories:

Accounting/ Financial Services/ Investing

Industry(ies):

Investments