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The Problems You'll Solve As an Associate Fund Controller, you will help provide leverage to our clients by understanding and prioritizing their needs while effectively scaling our CFO services. Some ...

The Fund Accounting team is seeking to add to its growing team an Associate role that will be focused on financial reporting and audit. The Associate will spend significant time with finance, and ...

Associate Fund Accountant

Waltham, MA ยท On-site

$36.06/hr

Associate Fund Accountant Location: Boston, MA; Waltham, MA; Denver, CO (hybrid) About the Role We are currently hiring Fund Accountants for our Denver office.As a Fund Accountant, you'll help ...

Associate Fund Accountant

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$36.06/hr

Associate Fund Accountant Location: Boston, MA; Waltham, MA; Denver, CO (hybrid) About the Role We are currently hiring Fund Accountants for our Denver office.As a Fund Accountant, you'll help ...

The Problems You'll Solve As an Associate Fund Controller, you will help provide leverage to our clients by understanding and prioritizing their needs while effectively scaling our CFO services. Some ...

Fund Finance Senior Associate

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

The ideal Fund Finance Senior Associate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring a strong foundation in private equity, real estate, infrastructure or fund accounting. This ...

Associate Fund Accountant

Boston, MA ยท On-site

$36.06/hr

Associate Fund Accountant Location: Boston, MA; Waltham, MA; Denver, CO (hybrid) About the Role We are currently hiring Fund Accountants for our Denver office.As a Fund Accountant, you'll help ...

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How much do fund associate jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for fund associate in the United States is $141,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $212,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Fund Associates?

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 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 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fund Associate, and why are they important?

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.
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Hedge Fund, Fund Accounting & administration, Senior Associate

Hedge Fund, Fund Accounting & administration, Senior Associate

State Street Global Advisors

Kansas City, KS โ€ข On-site

$52K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 hours ago


Job description

Who we are looking for

Fund Administration, Senior Associates interact with all levels of professionals both internally and externally.Therefore, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments.Fund Administration Senior Associates are responsible to direct the day-to-day accounting and administration for several client sponsored investment funds.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As a Fund Administration, Senior Associate you will:

Validate and review all daily activity while maintaining all required controls

Calculate and process fund activities, e.g. support the production of NAV, SEC yields, distributions, corporate actions, etc. and prepare proofs as needed

Support the review and validation of data as needed, e.g. fund NAV, as well as distribute information to Shared Services and Client Operations teams

Research and resolve exceptions and issues

Receive and resolve inquiries in a timely and accurate manner and communicate effectively with client when necessary

Define and ensure successful completion of ad-hoc requests

Escalate unresolved issues to management as required

Reconcile and resolve discrepancies with other teams as needed

Ensure appropriate records of daily and monthly activities are kept

Perform daily or weekly reporting functions for the team's activities

Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures

Keep up to date on broader internal/external business issues; apply knowledge across team

Assist management in the implementation of new policies and procedures, participate in projects

Assist with workflow management and technology enhancements, make suggestions to streamline operations

Maintain knowledge of current alternative procedures and processes

Support training of new hires as necessary

During the course of normal day to day operations, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures

Perform duties of Associates and provide back-up management support if required

Perform other duties as assigned

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.

  • Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

  • Minimum3 years of experience in the financial services industry preferably within a hedge fund accounting role

  • Demonstrate an understanding of fund level profit & loss characteristics and its implications on investor allocations for various complex fund structures.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook & Excel in required

  • Strong interpersonal skills, highly effective communication and organization skills

  • Ability to thrive and function in a deadline driven environment

  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot complex fund accounting problems and use analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manne

Salary Range:

$52,000 - $94,120 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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