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Senior Fund Accountant

Chicago, IL 60007

Posted: 02/05/2026 Industry: Accounting & Finance Job Number: ctc000008 Pay Rate: $90k - $100k Remote Friendly: Remote Experience: 5 years or greater

Job Description

My client, a boutique fund accounting firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant with strong experience in Hedge Fund and Private Equity accounting.  The firm serves a wide variety of Hedge Funds, Commodity Pools, Private Investment Funds, Commodity Trading Advisors, Registered Investment Advisors, and Broker/Dealers as well as assist clients with Introducing Brokers and Futures accounting, fund administration, tax, systems and regulatory matters.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, accounting workpaper packages and investor reporting packages.
  • Calculate management fees, carried interest/waterfall calculations, and manage subsequent closes including computing interest to/from investors.
  • Compile capital calls and distribution calculations and prepare capital call and distributions statements.
  • Coordinate with the clients’ external auditors and tax providers to assist with the year-end audits and tax return information.

 

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Job Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • 5+ years of accounting experience specifically in the private equity and hedge fund industries.
  • Undergraduate degree in accounting.
  • CPA a plus.
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong analytical skills, detail oriented and highly organized.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.

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