Private Equity Fund Accounting & Administration Officer

Responsibilities

• Manage internal workflows and ensure all client deadlines are met
• Maintain and grow client relationships by liaising daily with investment professionals, auditors, lawyers, and banking personnel
• Oversee the general ledger for various fund entities
• Review quarterly and annual financial workpaper packages
• Review investor allocations, capital calls, and distributions
• Prepare and review complex fee calculations, including management fees, waterfalls, and capital account allocations
• Collaborate with internal functional teams both onshore and abroad

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5 to 6 years of experience in Private Equity
• Experience with alternative investment asset classes
• Knowledge of complex fund structures and fee calculations
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead within a team and among peers
• Experience handling multiple assignments simultaneously under pressure
• Strong administrative skills with the ability to meet strict client deliverables

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and family care responsibilities
• Incentive compensation and eligibility for annual performance-based awards
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs and tax-advantaged savings plans

About the Company

State Street is an industry leader in providing administrative fund services to Hedge Fund and Private Equity managers within our Alternative Investment Solutions business group. We help institutional investors manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability across the globe.