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Sr. Fund Accountant

Vaco by Highspring, Irvine, CA, United States


Sr. Fund Accountant
A privately held investment management firm focused on real estate is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support its private equity platform during a peak reporting and audit period. This role will work closely with fund operations, finance leadership, and external auditors to ensure accurate fund accounting and investor reporting across multiple investment vehicles.

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a hands‑on fund accountant who can step in quickly and add immediate value.

Primary Responsibilities

Supporting day‑to‑day fund accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and reconciliations related to capital activity and investment transactions

Assisting with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP

Supporting the preparation and distribution of investor reporting packages, including capital account statements and performance summaries

Assisting with capital call and distribution calculations and notices

Coordinating with auditors and tax providers during ongoing audit and compliance processes, including preparation of supporting schedules and responding to requests

Tracking capital contributions, distributions, and commitments across multiple funds and entities

Supporting updates to fund models and key financial metrics used internally and externally

Ensuring timely and accurate data entry into fund accounting systems (experience with Yardi or similar systems preferred)

Collaborating cross‑functionally with asset management, acquisitions, and legal teams to ensure financial accuracy

Staying current on relevant accounting guidance related to investment funds and real estate structures

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

2‑5 years of accounting experience, ideally within private equity, real estate funds, or public accounting with fund clients

Strong understanding of fund accounting and U.S. GAAP financial reporting

CPA or progress toward CPA preferred

Exposure to real estate funds, tax credit structures, or complex equity arrangements is a plus

Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Benefits & Compensation
Salary range is disclosed as required by local law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Equal Opportunity Notice
Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.

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