Fund Accounting Manager

Senior Fund Accounting Manager (CPA Preferred)

Location: Millersville, MD (Hybrid)

Compensation: Up to $130,000 base salary + annual bonus

Position: Senior Fund Accounting Manager

A privately held real estate firm is partnering with CFS to identify a Senior Fund Accounting Manager to support its growing closed‑end fund platform. This is a hands-on leadership role with significant exposure to fund operations, asset management, and institutional investors.

About the Senior Fund Accounting Manager

This position is responsible for the day-to-day fund accounting, financial close, and investor reporting for multiple private equity real estate funds. The role offers ownership of complex fund structures and serves as a key accounting liaison across internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Fund Accounting Manager Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes for closed-end private equity funds and related non-property entities Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP, fund governing documents, and internal policies Review and maintain investor capital accounts, capital calls, distributions, and related investor notices Prepare and review NAV calculations, carried interest, and management/incentive fee computations Partner with asset management to understand operating results, valuation changes, and transaction impacts Support investor reporting, including financial statements, schedules, and ad hoc investor requests Monitor fund-level cash activity and distribution planning Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and compliance reporting Coordinate audit and tax processes, including preparation of PBC schedules Manage external fund administrators and drive continuous improvement in reporting quality and processes Document and maintain fund accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls Prepare and oversee annual budgets and periodic reforecasts Directly manage and mentor a Senior Fund Accountant Serve as a technical accounting resource and point of escalation for fund-related issues Qualifications of the Senior Fund Accounting Manager Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field CPA required or strongly preferred (active or inactive considered) 4–7+ years of fund accounting experience Experience supporting institutional investors required Real estate fund experience strongly preferred Strong knowledge of US GAAP and private equity investment accounting Prior experience working with fund administrators and external auditors Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to balance hands-on execution with leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced environment Why This Opportunity High-visibility role within a sophisticated private equity platform Broad exposure to fund structures, valuations, and investor reporting Collaborative culture with strong cross-functional interaction Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits

If this sounds aligned with your background, we welcome a confidential conversation to share more details about the firm and growth trajectory.

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