Senior Associate, Private Equity Fund Accounting

Location: Boston, MA (hybrid), One Post Office Square

Salary: $55,000–$115,000 USD annually

Company

SS&C provides AI-powered technology and services for financial services and healthcare organizations, combining proprietary technology with industry expertise.

What you will do

• Perform bank reconciliations and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and maintain workpapers covering capital activity, investment transactions, income, and expense accruals.
• Update distribution waterfall and carried-interest models, calculate management fees, and prepare supporting schedules.
• Analyze transaction documentation to determine investment structures, accounting impacts, and accrual requirements.
• Deliver accurate work within tight reporting deadlines and take ownership of key deliverables.
• Support year-end audits and coordinate with internal teams, clients, external auditors, legal counsel, and tax advisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience with hands-on exposure to general ledgers, workpapers, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting across all organizational levels.

Nice to have

• CPA and/or MBA designation, or progress toward certification.
• Experience with alternative investment funds, including Private Equity.
• Familiarity with investment partnerships and related accounting concepts.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement in Boston.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Professional development reimbursement opportunity.
• Work with industry experts, modern platforms, and large-scale enterprise environments.