Third Group

Fund Accounting Lead

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced fund accounting professional to join a growing asset management platform supporting a diverse range of investment products, including ETFs, interval funds, mutual funds, separately managed accounts, and private investment vehicles.

This is a hands-on role for a self-starter who is comfortable owning processes, working independently, and operating across multiple functions. The individual stepping into this role will be responsible for executing day-to-day fund accounting and operational oversight directly, with the longer-term opportunity to help build and scale an internal fund accounting function. The immediate need is for a strong executor who can quickly become a trusted resource across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary internal resource for fund accounting and fund operations activities
• Manage relationships with third-party fund administrators, overseeing accounting, reporting, and operational processes
• Review fund accounting records, reconciliations, NAV support packages, and administrator reporting
• Identify operational risks and implement practical control improvements
• Coordinate across portfolio managers, traders, compliance personnel, auditors, and external service providers
• Support board reporting and communications for registered funds, including interval funds
• Maintain documentation supporting regulatory, governance, and operational requirements
• Assist with audit, tax, and financial reporting requests

Interval Fund & Alternative Investment Focus

A significant portion of this role will involve supporting the firm's interval funds and alternative investment strategies. Specific responsibilities include:

• Developing a thorough understanding of underlying investments and portfolio structures
• Working closely with portfolio managers on investment activity, valuation considerations, and portfolio developments
• Supporting board and board committee communications and reporting
• Assisting with preparation of valuation materials and supporting documentation
• Drafting investment and valuation memoranda for internal use
• Keeping the Enterprise Controller, Enterprise CFO, and Valuation Committee informed on portfolio developments, valuation matters, and investment-specific risks
• Participating in the valuation process by gathering information, documenting assumptions, and supporting fair value determinations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 3–7 years of experience in fund accounting, fund administration, fund operations, or investment accounting
• Experience working with registered funds, private funds, fund administrators, or investment advisers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn new products, investment strategies, and operational processes

Preferred Experience

• Experience with interval funds, closed-end funds, alternative investments, or private credit strategies
• Familiarity with Advent APX or similar investment accounting platforms
• Experience managing fund administrator and external service provider relationships
• Exposure to valuation processes, pricing committees, or investment reporting
• Experience preparing board materials, investment memoranda, or operational documentation

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Enterprise Controller and/or Enterprise CFO, with close collaboration across portfolio management, trading, compliance, fund administration, audit, and fund boards.

The Opportunity

This is a high-visibility role within a growing asset management organization. The successful candidate will gain broad exposure across fund accounting, operations, valuation, and governance while playing a meaningful role in strengthening the infrastructure supporting the firm's continued growth.