Hedge Fund and Private Equity Accountant

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually We’ve founded a company that values you: your time, your career, your talents, and drive. We seek hard-working applicants ready to be trained for an exciting role. We offer remote work flexibility, competitive pay and benefits, and the chance to give back through fully paid community service days. We invest in our employees and our community, and continue to grow with a focus on quality, culture, and long-term retention. Remote/Hybrid Work Flexibility  This position offers hybrid remote work flexibility within Maine (minimum 2 in-office days per week). Fully remote work opportunities will be considered for residents of one of the following states: AR, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OR, PA, RI, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI The Position  As a member of the Fund Accounting team, the Private Equity Fund Accountant position would be responsible for the following:  Understand and able to complete daily/monthly/quarterly Net Asset Value (NAV) preparation for Private Equity Funds along with some traditional hedge funds, which includes Cash and Portfolio reconciliations, Investment Holdings Valuations, Income and Expense Accruals Prepare calculations and prepare notices for fund events such as capital calls, distributions, andsubsequentcloses Calculate carried interest, understanding of differing waterfall structures/tiers including preferred returns Allocate profit and loss to investors/shareholders including the calculation of a variety of management and performance fees for our Hedge Funds and Private Equity funds and their investors Prepare Private Equity-specific Financial Statements, adhering to regulatory and industry standards. Review and understand private equity fund clients’ offering documents, PPMs, commitment documents, and other materials, including the impacts to the fund during various periods of the fund’s lifecycle. (i.e. Treatment of recycling/recallable distributions, subsequent close interest, and other closed end features). Process and record fund expense payments and ensure cash wire requests are completed accurately and timely  Generate and deliver fund and investor reports to fund managers and investors of assigned clients  Prepare and deliver supporting materials as necessary for board meetings, financial statements and audit and regulatory requests related to assigned clients  Communicate with internal and external entities on fund accounting matters and assist in issue resolution  Qualifications and Experience  Fund accounting experience in either a Private Equity Fund, Private Equity Administrator, or other financial institution where the accountant has gained PE process and products knowledge. Familiarity with the types of investments and strategies held by Private Equity funds.  Must be able to learn complicated concepts quickly  Proficiency with Microsoft Office is essential, advanced Excel (formulas, pivot tables, and filtering) area must.  Demonstrates superior verbal and written communication skills  Experience working with portfolio and investor accounting systems, in particular Advent Geneva World Investor a plus  Experience working in an environment with internal control procedures, operating procedures, workflows, control checklists, and other elements of an internal control system a plus Experience with financial reporting, information security and client, vendor, and risk management a plus  Education Requirements  Four-year college degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or Economics.  Application Requirements & Timing Please be sure to include an updated copy of your resume with your application. Cover letters are read and considered, although they are not required. Applications for this role will be accepted on an ongoing basis until filled. Compensation The expected salary range for this role is $70,000 – $105,000. The actual salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, education, specific responsibilities and assignments, and internal equity considerations. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance. Benefits & Perks Health & coverage: medical (including HSA options), dental, and vision plans Financial protection: company-paid life insurance and AD&D, with additional voluntary coverage options including short- and long-term disability Retirement & financial support: 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting Student loan repayment support Tax-advantaged accounts: HSA and flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care) Time off & flexibility: paid time off and holidays aligned with the NYSE market calendar Additional programs: EAP, commuter benefits with employer contribution, employee referral program, and optional insurance coverage (critical illness, accident, hospital) Community engagement: dedicated paid time to support causes and organizations meaningful to you Interested?  We seek high aptitude, intellectually curious candidates that enjoy working as part of a team, satisfying our clients and striving for the highest standards. The quality of our services derives solely from the quality of our people. Therefore, we seek smart, hard-working, ethical, and friendly professionals – from recent college graduates to fund administration veterans.  Not sure if this role is the perfect fit? We encourage you to apply anyway. We know that everyone brings unique experiences and skills to the table, and you might be exactly who we are looking for. Take a chance, submit your application today! Inclusivity & Equal Opportunity Statement At Stone Coast, we strive to reflect the community of which we are so grateful to be a part, and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex or orientation, gender or identity, disability, age, veteran status, and any other basis or status designated under applicable laws.   If you don’t see an opening for which you are qualified, but do have relevant industry experience, please feel encouraged to apply to our General Application at the  Career Center  at  www.stone-coast.com  or check us out on  LinkedIn . Our growth compels us to continuously search for talent, and we may be contemplating a position that fits your experience. The Company Stone Coast Fund Services is an award-winning, steadily growing hedge fund administrator that’s found a better way in a better place. With a sole office in Portland, Maine, Stone Coast comprises over 200 hard-working and smart professionals who deliver administration services to over 100 hedge fund managers around the country with investors around the world. We hire carefully, treat people well, and are rewarded by low turnover in an industry where high turnover is the norm. The Mission Our mission, to “take pleasure in work done well, and in working well with together,” is an obligation to our clients, to their investors, to our communities and ultimately to our peers and ourselves. Fund administration, done well, requires carefully selecting smart, dedicated professionals and providing them with the resources, training and workplace culture that will engender their loyalty and bring out their best. To that end, we strive to develop and nurture relationships that are characterized by trust, respect, and affection. We look for colleagues – and clients – who will share and reciprocate these values. The Location Our location is central to our mission. Stone Coast is in the heart of Portland’s Old Port waterfront, a picture-perfect tourist destination that we’re fortunate to call home. Our offices offer beautiful views of Portland Harbor and the islands of Casco Bay. From our front door, we can walk to award-winning restaurants, cafes, museums and shops. Living in Portland and surrounding areas offers excellent schools, minimal commutes and proximity to beaches, mountains and state parks.