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About the position
Petra Funds Group is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to be fully dedicated to one of our clients. This is a unique, embedded role in which you will work as an extension of the clients internal fund finance organization, partnering closely with their in-house finance leadership and investment operations teams while also interfacing with Petras broader fund accounting platform.
This position is primarily in-office, requiring four (4) days per week onsite at the clients office in Santa Monica, CA. The role is designed for a senior-level accountant who thrives in a highly collaborative, hands-on environment and enjoys being deeply integrated into a single clients day-to-day fund finance operations.
Responsibilities
Serve as a dedicated Senior Fund Accountant embedded within the clients internal fund finance team, supporting day-to-day accounting and operational needs.
Prepare and/or review capital contribution and distribution calculations, management fee calculations, monthly cash reconciliations, expense schedules, and income calculations.
Prepare and review quarterly incentive allocation models for the partnerships in accordance with governing partnership agreements.
Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, including Statements of Assets and Liabilities, Statements of Operations, Statements of Partners Capital, and Statements of Cash Flows.
Support the preparation of supplemental internal management and performance reporting used by the clients finance and investment teams.
Coordinate and support interim and annual audits, including preparation of audit support schedules and serving as a key point of contact for auditors.
Partner closely with the clients internal fund finance and operations teams to respond to investor inquiries, internal requests, and ad hoc analyses.
Interface with Petras centralized fund accounting and operations teams to ensure alignment with established processes, controls, and reporting standards.
Manage and adhere to timelines agreed upon with the client, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, timely, and aligned with expectations.
Obtain and maintain a strong working knowledge of key systems, including Investran Live and related reporting and CRM platforms.
Requirements
Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, with a strong preference for private equity, partnership accounting, or alternative investment experience.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-touch, client-embedded environment.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build and maintain complex spreadsheets and models.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both client teams and internal stakeholders.
Willingness to take ownership of responsibilities and support ad hoc projects as needed.
Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Must possess unquestionable integrity and ethics.
Nice-to-haves
Experience with Investran Live strongly preferred.
CPA is a plus but not required.
Benefits
90% covered medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums to help you stay healthy without financial strain.
Fully funded Health Savings Account (HSA) employer contributions up to the IRS maximum available to employees enrolled in our high-deductible health plan.
401(k) employer match at 100% of your contributions up to 5% of compensation, with immediate vesting, so you start building long-term savings right away.
Flexible paid time off to recharge, travel, or take care of what matters most.
Generous holiday calendar to ensure you have time to rest, reflect, and celebrate throughout the year.
Hybrid work environment that offers flexibility and supports work-life balance.
Certified Great Place to Work, based on direct employee feedback about our culture, trust, and workplace experience.
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Company : Petra Funds Group
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