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How much do fund associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for fund associate in Georgia is $119,234.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,500.00 and $179,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fund associate?

Fund Associates are entry- to mid-level professionals who support the management and operations of investment funds, such as private equity, venture capital, or mutual funds. Their responsibilities typically include conducting financial analysis, performing due diligence on potential investments, preparing reports for investors, and assisting with fund administration. Fund Associates work closely with senior investment professionals to help evaluate opportunities and monitor portfolio performance. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and often a background in finance, accounting, or a related field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fund associate?

To thrive as a Fund Associate, you need strong analytical skills, a solid grasp of finance and accounting principles, and a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Proficiency with Excel, financial modeling software, and portfolio management systems is typically required, and certifications like CFA or CAIA can be advantageous. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure are standout soft skills. These skills ensure accurate fund operations, compliance, and effective support for fund managers and investors.

What are some common challenges fund associates face when managing multiple investment portfolios simultaneously?

Fund Associates often manage several investment portfolios at once, which requires strong organizational and time-management skills. Balancing competing deadlines for reporting, due diligence, and investor communications can be challenging, especially during peak periods like quarter-end. Effective collaboration with analysts, portfolio managers, and back-office teams is essential to ensure accurate data, timely execution of trades, and compliance with regulations. Adopting efficient workflow processes and leveraging technology tools can help handle these challenges and maintain high-quality output.

What is the difference between Fund Associate vs Investment Analyst?

AspectFund AssociateInvestment Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, finance or related field; some roles may prefer CFA Level IBachelor's degree, finance/economics; CFA Level I often preferred
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, asset management companies, private equity firmsInvestment banks, asset managers, hedge funds
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in asset management and private equityWidespread across investment firms and financial institutions
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles in fund managementAnalyzing roles in investment research and analysis

Fund Associates typically support fund operations, client reporting, and due diligence, focusing on administrative and operational tasks. Investment Analysts conduct in-depth market research, financial modeling, and investment analysis to inform decision-making. While both roles require finance knowledge and similar credentials, Fund Associates are more operational, whereas Investment Analysts focus on analysis and research.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fund jobs in Georgia?

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What cities in Georgia are hiring for Fund Associate jobs?

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Associate Director - Fund Accounting - Close ended

The Catalyst Group

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: Associate Director - Fund Accounting -Close ended


The Catalyst Group

ABOUT THE CATALYST GROUP

A different kind of financial services firm

Founded in the Cayman Islands in 2020, Catalyst is a privately owned, fully independent investment operations and fund administration group - built from the ground up to do things differently.

Catalyst was founded with a clear mission: to reimagine financial services by sparking innovation, harnessing technology, and investing in our people and communities. With offices and teams across five countries, we service a global portfolio of clients spanning a wide range of strategies, structures, and requirements.

Our award-winning teamoperateson a technology platform unlike anything else in the industry. Every team member is guided by our seven core values: Collaboration, Innovation, Reliability & Accountability, Connected Culture, Undivided Attention, Integrity, and Transparency.

We do things differently. We do things better.

- THE CATALYST GROUP

01 THE ROLE

Own theclose endedpractice

A senior leadership position with full accountability for people, operations, client relationships, and strategic direction across theClose Ended NAVfunction.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Associate Director Fund Accounting,Close ended

Based inUnited States,reporting to theChief Operating Officer- Fund Administration. This role carries full responsibility for key aspects of fund operations across a portfolio ofclose endedfunds, with meaningfulpeoplemanagement scope and the authority to shape how theClose Endedfunctionoperatesand evolves.

The Associate Director plays a critical role in the fund administration process, ensuring thetimelyandaccuratecalculation and delivery of Net Asset Values (NAVs) for assigned funds. This position involves close collaboration with internal teams tosupport all aspects of the NAV delivery process, and support clientservice delivery andimplementation initiatives.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Seven pillars of the role

1

People Management

Direct management of theclose endedteam - performance framework adherence, capacity planning, team satisfaction monitoring, coaching, trainingprogrammes, and succession planning. This role sets the tone for how the functionoperatesday to day and long term.

2

Financial Oversight

Staff budget ownership in partnership with theCOO- Fund Administration. Product profitability reporting with Finance and Client Relationship teams. Client fee reviews, invoice approval, andscopechange documentationin accordance withAdministration Services Agreements.

3

NAV & Valuations

Oversight of NAV issuance for assignedclose endedfunds. Expense management, management fee and carried interest calculations, investor allocations, pricing and valuation processes, and comprehensive reconciliation of trades, positions, P&L, and cash.

4

Client Onboarding & Service Management

Close Endedfund structure setup, SLA establishment, and fund-specific procedure implementation. Cross-departmental collaboration for smooth onboarding. System integration oversight. Primary escalationpointfor client NAV and service queries.

5

Client Communications & Audit Management

Primary liaison for client communications on assigned funds. Lead coordination of the annual audit process, including preparation of year-end financial statements andtimelyresponse to audit queries.

6

Strategic Oversight & Process Improvement

Continuous assessment and refinement of operational processes. Identification of automation and data integration opportunities. Product reviews and enhancements. Alignment of process improvements with the firm's strategicobjectivesin partnership with senior leadership.

7

Risk & Compliance

Operational risk identification and mitigation across NAV production, reconciliation, and pricing. SOC controls adherence. Regulatory compliance including AML and data privacy. Policy development andcomplianceculture leadership in partnership with the Group's Head of Compliance and Governance.

ADDITIONAL STRATEGIC EXPECTATIONS

Beyond the day-to-day

  • Share insights to enable development of new processes and procedures that create business efficiency and support client service excellence
  • Maintain awareness of industry, regulatory, jurisdictional, and market trends that could affect the business
  • Contribute to the creation, development, and implementation of new products and solutions as the business's needs evolve
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, business users, project, and implementation teams to achieve elegant outcomes

02 THE CANDIDATE

What excellent looks like

Deep technicalexpertiseinclose endedfund accounting, paired with the leadership presence to build, inspire, and elevate a high-performing team.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Whatyou'llbring

Experience & Education

  • 7+ years of experience inclose endedfund administration or a similar financial services role
  • Strong focus on NAV calculations, investor allocations, financial reporting, and audit coordination
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Professional certification (CFA, CAIA, CPA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage

Leadership & Communication

  • Proven leadership, mentoring, and team-building capability - including across diverse, cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for senior client, auditor, and internal stakeholder engagement
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability witha track recordofidentifyingprocess inefficiencies and delivering improvements

Technical Knowledge

  • Expertisein fund systems: Investran, Bloomberg,eFront,Geneva,Dynamoor equivalentclose endedfund administration platforms
  • Advanced Excel skills - complex financial models, automated templates, pivot tables, XLOOKUP, macros
  • Strong understanding of closed-ended and open-ended fund structures, capital calls, distributions, IRR, and MOIC
  • Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite; SQL or other data analysis tools areadvantageous
  • Solid grounding in US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory requirements applicable toclose endedfunds
  • Working knowledge of AI tools such as Claude an advantage

The Catalyst Group

Ready to shape what comes next?

Lead like a lion. Adapt like a leopard. Move like a cheetah.


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