The Role
The Fund Accountant will manage NAV calculations, prepare financial statements, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with various teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Fund Accountant (Analyst level) – Real Estate Portfolio
Location & Work Model
100 % on-site in New York City.
Full-time schedule.
Overview & Business Context
Our client is a global investment manager specializing in real estate. The selected professional will play a key role within the fund accounting team, managing critical tasks to ensure accurate valuation and regulatory compliance of real estate funds. This role operates fully on-site in New York City.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform daily and periodic Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations for real estate funds following GAAP and IFRS standards
• Prepare and review financial statements, fund-specific accounting deliverables and regulatory reporting packages
• Reconcile investments and accounting records with third-party administrators and internal systems
• Monitor and accurately record capital calls, distributions, allocation of carried interest and fees
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting rules and policies
• Collaborate effectively with fund operations, legal, tax, investor relations and risk management teams
• Participate in implementation and documentation of new accounting standards or regulatory changes
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimum of 3 to 7 years of fund accounting experience, preferably within real estate or alternative investments
• Strong knowledge of NAV processes, GAAP, IFRS and real estate fund accounting practices
• CPA certification is highly preferred
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and fund accounting systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively across departments
Why This Role Matters
You will contribute directly to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of fund valuations and client reporting during a period of continued market complexity. You will support the growth and regulatory alignment of real estate funds within a high-performance, global environment.
100 % on-site in New York City.
Full-time schedule.
Overview & Business Context
Our client is a global investment manager specializing in real estate. The selected professional will play a key role within the fund accounting team, managing critical tasks to ensure accurate valuation and regulatory compliance of real estate funds. This role operates fully on-site in New York City.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform daily and periodic Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations for real estate funds following GAAP and IFRS standards
• Prepare and review financial statements, fund-specific accounting deliverables and regulatory reporting packages
• Reconcile investments and accounting records with third-party administrators and internal systems
• Monitor and accurately record capital calls, distributions, allocation of carried interest and fees
• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting rules and policies
• Collaborate effectively with fund operations, legal, tax, investor relations and risk management teams
• Participate in implementation and documentation of new accounting standards or regulatory changes
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimum of 3 to 7 years of fund accounting experience, preferably within real estate or alternative investments
• Strong knowledge of NAV processes, GAAP, IFRS and real estate fund accounting practices
• CPA certification is highly preferred
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and fund accounting systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively across departments
Why This Role Matters
You will contribute directly to maintaining the integrity and accuracy of fund valuations and client reporting during a period of continued market complexity. You will support the growth and regulatory alignment of real estate funds within a high-performance, global environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
- Minimum of 3 to 7 years of fund accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of NAV processes, GAAP, IFRS and real estate fund accounting practices
- CPA certification
- Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and fund accounting systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Pacifica Continental is a global recruitment firm specialized in strategic positions such as board members, c-suites, senior and middle management, and skilled professionals across various industries, helping clients attract, develop, and retain talent to accelerate business growth.
