Fund Accounting Manager - Real Estate
Full-Time
October 21, 2026
Boston, MA
Investment Reporting & Portfolio Accounting
$130,000–$150,000 Base Salary
About the Opportunity
A well-established investment management organization is seeking a Finance/Fund Accounting Manager to join its growing finance team. This position will support a diverse portfolio of investment vehicles and operating assets, with responsibilities spanning financial reporting, investment accounting, fund operations, cash management, valuation support, and process improvement initiatives.
The successful candidate will work closely with investment professionals and cross-functional business partners to provide accurate financial information, support strategic decision-making, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Accounting
· Oversee quarterly and annual financial reporting for assigned investment entities.
· Review accounting workpapers, reconciliations, and investment activity.
· Analyze and review management fee allocations and performance-based fee calculations.
· Assess complex transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, restructurings, and ownership changes.
· Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
· Research technical accounting matters and provide recommendations on their application.
· Document significant accounting conclusions and reporting considerations.
Portfolio Operations & Cash Management
· Monitor cash activity and liquidity requirements across assigned investments.
· Coordinate funding activities and capital transactions.
· Partner with investment teams on acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing activities, and strategic initiatives.
· Ensure timely execution and monitoring of investment-related cash movements.
Audit & External Coordination
· Serve as a key liaison with fund administrators, auditors, and external service providers.
· Coordinate annual audit processes and regulatory reporting requirements.
· Review financial statements and supporting schedules.
· Support valuation processes and accounting reviews associated with portfolio investments.
Leadership & Process Improvement
· Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting and finance professionals.
· Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
· Assist with automation, technology adoption, and data-driven process enhancements.
· Support budgeting, forecasting, and special finance initiatives as needed.
Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
· 5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, fund accounting, or investment reporting experience.
· Strong understanding of financial reporting and investment accounting principles.
· Experience working with complex investment structures and portfolio reporting.
· Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· CPA designation.
· Experience within investment management, asset management, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, or alternative investments.
· Experience with fair value accounting and investment valuations.
· Familiarity with fund operations, capital activities, and investor reporting.
· Experience with financial systems and reporting platforms.
· Demonstrated process improvement and technology adoption experience.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
· Join a respected investment organization with a strong growth trajectory.
· Exposure to sophisticated investment structures and portfolio strategies.
· Opportunity to partner directly with investment, finance, compliance, and operations teams.
· Strong career development and advancement potential.
· Collaborative environment with experienced industry professionals.
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