Manager, Fund Accounting - Private Assets (Traditional PA)
citco groupJersey City, NJ
Manager, Fund Accounting - Private Assets (Traditional PA)
citco groupJersey City, NJ
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Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceTrust, Fiduciary, and Custody ActivitiesOther Accounting ServicesAbout the role
Overview:
In this leadership role within Citco's Private Assets team, you guide a Fund Accounting group to deliver accurate NAVs, financial statements, and client reporting for complex private equity funds. You will shape operations, enforce high quality standards, and collaborate across Investor Relations, Tax, and Financial Reporting to meet client SLAs. You’ll drive efficiency, onboarding, and external audits while mentoring staff to build a capable, proactive team. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence fund accounting in a global, inclusive firm at the frontier of asset servicing. Compensation / Benefits medical, dental, and vision coverage short and long-term disability benefits retirement savings plan tuition reimbursement mental health and wellness support parential leave
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the Fund Accounting team to achieve department goals Oversee day-to-day operations and strategic plan execution Oversee NAV calculations, financial statement prep, trial balance review, and partner allocations for private equity funds Review fund expenses (admin/management fees, carried interest) and accounting work Ensure compliance with internal policies, external standards, and regulatory requirements Liaise with Investor Relations, Tax, Financial Reporting and other Citco groups globally Coordinate external audits and client onboarding/conversions with Client Integration Provide technical accounting knowledge to clients and mentor staff Conduct performance reviews, identify skill gaps, and organize training Implement efficiency initiatives and generate ad hoc reports
Key requirements:
4+ years’ experience leading a team of fund accountants and supervisors 3–5 years’ fund accounting experience in private equity or related financial institution Knowledge of US/Canadian GAAP and other accounting frameworks Experience reviewing ledgers and financial statements Proven managerial and leadership abilities Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word); knowledgeable with FIS Investran PE platform (highly desirable) leadership strong communication time-management US/Canada GAAP financial statement preparation NAV calculations
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Manager
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Occupation
Financial Managers
Industry
Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
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