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How much do full time fund accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time fund accountant in the United States is $86,141.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $99,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Fund Accountant vs Part Time Fund Accountant?

AspectFull Time Fund AccountantPart Time Fund Accountant
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CredentialsRelevant accounting certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA)Same certifications as full-time, but may vary based on hours
Work EnvironmentFull-time office or remote setting within financial firmsFlexible, often part-time or freelance arrangements
Employer UsageCommon in investment firms, asset managers, and hedge fundsUsed by firms needing flexible staffing or project-based work

Full Time Fund Accountants work standard hours with comprehensive responsibilities, while Part Time Fund Accountants offer flexible schedules but may handle fewer tasks. Both roles require similar credentials and are used in the same industry settings.

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Hedge Fund Controller

Wellesley Hills, MA โ€ข On-site

Charles River CFO (CRCFO)
Accounting Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Hedge Fund Controller

Location: Midtown Manhattan
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Hybrid Schedule: On-site Tuesday through Thursday; remote Monday and Friday
Anticipated Start Date: Week of September 14
Reports To: CEO

Position Overview

A New York-based hedge fund is seeking an experienced Hedge Fund Controller to lead its fund accounting, financial reporting, and control functions. This individual will oversee the monthly close process, fund-level accounting, performance reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on fund controller experience supporting a hedge fund with more than $3 billion in assets under management. This is a highly visible position reporting directly to the CEO and requires strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced investment environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for the fund and related entities.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare and analyze fund-level profit and loss, performance, and variance reporting.
  • Oversee fund accounting activities, including portfolio transactions, investment activity, income, expenses, accruals, and allocations.
  • Review reconciliations between internal accounting records, the fund administrator, prime brokers, custodians, and other counterparties.
  • Monitor the accuracy and integrity of the fund's books and records.
  • Review investor capital activity, including subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, and capital allocations.
  • Coordinate with the fund administrator and other third-party service providers to resolve accounting and reporting discrepancies.
  • Support valuation processes and ensure investments are recorded in accordance with applicable accounting policies.
  • Manage the annual audit process and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors.
  • Support tax reporting and coordinate with external tax professionals as needed.
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting processes.
  • Produce timely financial and operational reporting for the CEO and senior leadership.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting, automate processes, and increase operational efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

Required Qualifications

  • Significant fund accounting experience as a Fund Controller within a hedge fund.
  • Experience supporting a hedge fund with more than $3 billion in assets under management.
  • Strong knowledge of hedge fund accounting, financial reporting, performance reporting, and investment-related accounting.
  • Demonstrated experience managing monthly close and financial statement preparation.
  • Experience working with Enfusion by Clearwater or another fund accounting platform.
  • Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, auditors, administrators, and other external partners.
  • Ability to work on-site in Midtown Manhattan every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience overseeing relationships with fund administrators, prime brokers, custodians, auditors, and tax professionals.
  • Experience improving or automating fund accounting and reporting processes.
  • Strong understanding of complex investment products and hedge fund structures.
  • Experience operating in a lean, high-accountability investment management environment.