Senior Associate - Join a Thriving Private Equity Firm in Boston, MA

Robert Half is proud to partner with a rapidly growing Private Equity firm in Boston, Massachusetts, United States, seeking a talented Senior Associate to bolster their internal finance team. This role offers an exceptional entry point into the prestigious private equity industry, especially for professionals with a solid accounting foundation. As the firm continues its impressive growth trajectory fueled by successful fundraising efforts, they are expanding their team with multiple positions at various levels. If you're ready to leverage your accounting expertise in a dynamic, high-impact environment, this fund accounting job in Boston is your gateway to career advancement in private equity.

About the Role

In this pivotal Senior Associate position, you will take ownership of financial reporting and accounting for investment-related entities. Your core duties will revolve around preparing and reviewing financial statements, ensuring strict compliance with GAAP and other accounting standards, and supporting essential internal functions. This hybrid role in Boston, MA, combines hands-on accounting with strategic oversight, offering exposure to private equity operations, portfolio management, and stakeholder communications. Ideal for accountants transitioning from public accounting, corporate finance, or fund administration, this position provides mentorship and growth opportunities within a supportive team dedicated to the firm's ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate, you will play a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of investment entities. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing periodic financial statements, management reports, and investor packages with precision and timeliness.
• Reviewing and validating work from third-party administrators, administrators, and service providers to ensure accuracy.
• Overseeing full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance for assigned portfolio companies and funds.
• Managing administrative tasks including capital calls, contributions, distributions, and waterfall calculations.
• Assisting in the preparation of investor materials, LP reports, and responding promptly to ad-hoc information requests from stakeholders.
• Coordinating seamlessly with external auditors during year-end audits and interim reviews.
• Supporting tax compliance processes, including K-1 preparations, tax allocations, and filings.
• Monitoring daily cash activity, performing bank reconciliations, and managing liquidity positions.
• Maintaining comprehensive investment records, NAV calculations, and performance tracking data.
• Recording and posting daily transactions across multiple accounting systems with high accuracy.

These duties demand a proactive approach, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to excellence in private equity accounting.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this Senior Associate role, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; Master's degree or MBA a plus.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, or real estate investment trusts.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, fund accounting principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting software such as Investran, Allvue, QuickBooks, or Excel advanced functions (VBA/macros preferred).
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated analytical skills for complex reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Exceptional organizational skills to handle multiple entities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and external communications.
• High attention to detail and a track record of accuracy in high-volume financial environments.

Prior experience reviewing third-party work and audit coordination is highly valued for this Boston private equity job.

Why Join Us

By choosing this role through Robert Half, you'll gain unparalleled access to the private equity sector while enjoying a competitive salary starting at $120,000 annually, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional development. Work in a hybrid model in vibrant Boston, MA, with a firm committed to your growth amid their expansion. This is more than a job—it's a launchpad for a rewarding career in investment accounting. Apply now for Robert Half finance careers in Boston and elevate your professional journey! (Word count: 812)