Willow Wealth

Manager, Fund Accounting

Posted 3 Days Ago

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Hiring Remotely in Athens, GRC

Remote or Hybrid

Senior level

Fintech • Financial Services

The Role

Manage accounting and financial reporting for Willow Wealth funds, review administrator-prepared statements, draft audited financials and footnotes, reconcile fees and intercompany items, oversee external administrators, improve controls and processes, support audits and tax filings, and respond to investor inquiries.

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About Willow Wealth

Willow Wealth is a leading private markets investment platform. We believe that private markets investment products should be a fundamental part of your portfolio. That’s why we’re expanding access to make it easier to get started. We partner with experienced investment managers to provide investors with a wide range of opportunities across real estate, venture capital, private equity, art, short-term notes, and more. All of our offerings are curated and vetted by our team to help investors diversify away from the stock market.

About the Role

Willow Wealth is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to join the Athens team responsible for the accounting and finance functions of the Willow Wealth Funds. The role will be based in our Services Hub in Athens, Greece and will report to the Senior Fund Controller in New York, US. This role is for someone who has experience in accounting and financial reporting, with the ability to apply relevant investment company accounting rules.

Key Responsibilities

Review monthly / quarterly / annual reporting packages prepared by the external fund administrator, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with US GAAP across individual offerings
Review and ensure accuracy and consistency of audited financial statements, including footnotes and supporting disclosures across over 100 funds
Review operating and debt agreements to ensure that fees and interest are recorded appropriately
Draft fund financial statements including footnote disclosures
Oversee the external fund administrator's daily and monthly transaction activity, reviewing for accuracy and completeness. Provide guidance and clarifications on the nature of the transactions and how they should be recorded
Perform detailed reviews and reconciliations of management fee calculations, expense allocations, and intercompany transactions
Proactively identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; drive improvements and implement scalable solutions
Document key processes, internal controls, workflows and implement changes to align with best industry practices across daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting and operational activities
Build strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Operations, Investments, Legal, Compliance, Tax, auditors, and external service providers
Take ownership of assigned deliverables while contributing to broader accounting and operational initiatives
Support year-end tax processes, including coordination of Forms 1099 and K-1
Respond to investor inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as needed
Work with the external auditors and ensure that support is provided timely

Qualifications

7–10 years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or investment management
Big Four background preferred, with US GAAP experience a strong plus
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Economics. Master's or equivalent degree in a relevant field, ACCA qualified, or equivalent local qualification
Strong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and relevant regulatory frameworks
Financial reporting background with experience drafting footnotes and preparing/reviewing financial statement packages
Working knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946
Experience with account reconciliations and analytical review
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, assess root causes, and drive resolution
Strong problem-solving skills with both tactical execution and strategic thinking
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Excel skills

Key Attributes

Operates as a self-starter with a high degree of ownership and accountability
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, consistently delivering accurate, high-quality work
Proactively identifies risks and issues, and escalates with thoughtful, solution-oriented recommendations
Brings structure to ambiguity by translating complex or evolving processes into clear, documented workflows
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across functions
Positive, professional attitude and a continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with external fund administrators
Familiarity with Looker or similar data visualization tools

What’s in it for you:

Competitive compensation packages, including equity
Private health insurance
Unlimited PTO
Wellness stipend

Skills Required

7-10 years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or investment management
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
Working knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946
Strong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and regulatory frameworks
Financial reporting experience drafting footnotes and preparing/reviewing financial statement packages
Experience with account reconciliations and analytical review
Advanced Excel skills
Big Four background
US GAAP experience
Master's degree, ACCA qualification, or equivalent local qualification
Experience working with external fund administrators
Familiarity with Looker or similar data visualization tools
Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills

Willow Wealth Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as a standard, modern package with medical, dental, and vision options. The offering appears aligned with typical tech/fintech expectations even though plan richness is not detailed publicly.
Retirement Support — A 401(k) match is part of the stated benefits set, signaling employer participation in retirement savings. The exact match formula and vesting are not specified, but the presence of a match is a positive baseline.
Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity options are included alongside salary, indicating an ownership component to total compensation. Access and value likely vary by role and level, but equity is presented as part of the package.