Senior Fund Accountant - Robert Half Careers in Chicago, IL

Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Fund Accountant in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. This high-impact role offers a salary up to $125,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. If you're seeking a position that combines competitive compensation with genuine work-life balance during Chicago's cold weather season, this is your chance to elevate your finance career with a respected firm managing diverse funds across global jurisdictions.

About the Role

As a Senior Fund Accountant, you'll be the cornerstone of fund administration for a dynamic platform spanning registered and private funds in the United States, Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg. This role demands expertise in complex fund operations and positions you as a trusted advisor to fund board members, third-party administrators, and internal stakeholders. You'll dive deep into net asset valuation (NAV) calculations, security valuations, and regulatory compliance while driving process efficiencies and strategic initiatives. Perfect for seasoned professionals passionate about fund accounting jobs in Chicago who thrive in multifaceted environments crossing multiple fund types and international borders.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve high-level ownership of fund operations:

• Act as the primary point of contact for all funds on the platform, managing relationships with third-party administrators and vendors while preparing and reviewing critical fund reporting such as NAV calculations, security valuations, budgets, and expense analyses.
• Serve as key liaison for fund board members, partnering with external auditors to produce financial statements and regulatory filings, and presenting key issues for approval.
• Collaborate seamlessly across sales, client service, legal, operations, and corporate finance teams on fund procedures, client inquiries, product development, fee calculations, legal reviews, and financial projections.
• Build sophisticated analyses for product development and new initiatives, providing senior management with actionable insights grounded in business judgment.
• Support portfolio teams with ad hoc reporting and investor queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Promote consistency across the fund administration team for all products including private funds, US registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds, and Luxembourg funds, while leading cross-team projects.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance processes to drive operational efficiencies and identify improvement opportunities.
• Work with tax preparers to deliver investor tax packages and resolve related inquiries.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this senior fund accountant position, you'll bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent, with CPA certification highly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting/administration, ideally with exposure to diverse fund structures across US, Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg.
• Proven track record in NAV computations, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and third-party coordination.
• Strong analytical prowess for budgets, valuations, fee calculations, and strategic analyses.
• Exceptional communication skills for board interactions, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with fund operations software and advanced Excel; knowledge of fund jurisdictions is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and drive process improvements in fast-paced settings.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional fund environments with confidence.

Why Join Us

Join Robert Half for more than just a job—gain a career that pays generously (up to $125k + bonus), prioritizes your well-being with full benefits, and respects your time. Chicago's vibrant finance scene meets unbeatable work-life balance here. Benefit from exposure to cutting-edge fund products, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative culture. SEO-optimized for fund accounting careers, this position is ideal for Chicago finance experts ready to advance. Apply now and transform your winter into a season of professional success with Robert Half!

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