The Role
The Fund Accountant manages day-to-day accounting, transaction processing, and financial reporting for various fund structures, supporting fund controllers and external auditors while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP.
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Our Mission
We uplift people and economies around the world through entrepreneurship.
Who We Are
500 Global is a venture capital firm with $2.2B in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. We work closely with key stakeholders and advise governments and corporations on how best to support entrepreneurial ecosystems so startups can thrive. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 3,000+ companies operating in 80+ countries. We have invested in 35+ companies valued at over $1 billion and 160+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and exited companies). Our 180+ team members are located in 27 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.
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Scope:
The Fund Accountant supports the Fund Controllers and broader Fund Accounting team in all aspects of fund operations, financial reporting, and investor servicing. This role is responsible for day-to-day accounting, transaction processing, and assisting with quarter-end and year-end reporting cycles across multiple fund structures. The Fund Accountant will collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial information.
Essential Functions
- Record and reconcile fund transactions, including cash activity, investment activity, accruals, and valuations within the fund accounting system.
- Prepare and review investor capital call and distribution notices.
- Assist with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP and fund agreements.
- Support external auditors and tax advisors by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and resolving open items.
- Prepare and review management fee, carried interest, and expense allocations in line with partnership agreements.
- Interpret limited partnership agreements to ensure accounting treatments, fee calculations, and investor allocations are in compliance.
- Maintain organized documentation and contribute to process improvements within fund accounting workflows.
- Prepare cash reconciliations for fund entities and forecast projected fees and expenses.
- Perform ad hoc analysis and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
- 2+ years of accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other MS Office applications.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through on tasks.
- Collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the investment management industry, fund administration, or public accounting (PE, VC, hedge funds).
- Familiarity with fund accounting systems such as Allvue / AltaReturn.
- Experience preparing or reviewing management fees, carried interest, and investor allocations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Comfort operating in a dynamic, fast-paced, and global environment.
- Experience working with distributed or remote teams.
Benefits:
Health Care Plan (Medical & Dental), Group Term Life, Wellness Allowance, Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays), Training & Development
500 Global does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.
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Top Skills
Allvue
Altareturn
Excel
MS Office
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The Company
What We Do
500 Global is a venture capital firm with over $2.7B in Assets Under Management that invests early in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth.
500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,600 companies operating in 80 countries. Our portfolio includes 51 companies valued at over $1 billion and 140 companies valued at over $100 million.
Our 140+ plus team members are located in more than 15 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.
