Manager, Fund Accounting

SS&C is a leading provider of mission-critical, AI-powered technology and services empowering financial services and healthcare organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely. Founded in 1986, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has offices worldwide. More than 23,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Fund Accounting

Locations: New York City (hybrid) | Boston, MA (hybrid) | Windsor, CT (hybrid) | Jacksonville, FL (hybrid) | Dallas, TX (hybrid)

About the Role

As a Manager, Fund Accounting, you will lead and manage a team responsible for delivering comprehensive fund administration services to our alternative investment clients. This role requires a strong understanding of complex fund structures, private equity, hedge fund, and/or real estate accounting principles, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Why Join SS&C

SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.

You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.

How You Will Make an Impact 

• Oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting processes for a portfolio of alternative investment funds, including private equity, hedge funds, and/or real estate funds.
• Manage a team of fund accountants, including performance management, training, and development.
• Review and approve complex journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, investor reports, and regulatory filings.
• Lead client communication and relationship management, acting as a primary point of contact for complex accounting inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, technology) to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement best practices for fund accounting processes and controls.
• Stay current with industry trends, accounting pronouncements (e.g., ASC 946), and regulatory changes impacting alternative investments.
• Participate in new client onboarding and due diligence processes.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, specifically within alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds, real estate funds).
• In-depth knowledge of various alternative investment structures and their associated accounting complexities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, particularly as applied to investment companies.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in fund accounting software (e.g., Advent Geneva, PFS-PAXUS, Investran) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

What Sets You Apart

• CPA designation is a plus.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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