Senior Fund Accountant

Our client, a growing real estate investment firm, is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Fund Accountant to support fund-level accounting and financial reporting for their expanding investment platform. In this role, you will partner closely with the Fund Accounting Manager/Controller and collaborate with asset management and investor relations to ensure accurate, timely reporting in accordance with GAAP . This position is ideal for a self-starter with strong real estate fund accounting experience, a hands-on mindset, and excellent attention to detail.

This role is downtown in the office 4x a week and budgeted up to a base of $95,000 with additional bonus eligibility. A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Senior Fund Accountant Responsibilities

• Support fund setup activities (new funds, entities, bank accounts, charts of accounts) and assist with transitions/onboarding as needed
• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual fund financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain the general ledger and perform recurring journal entries , accruals, and reclasses
• Complete cash, investment, and equity reconciliations , including investor capital activity and intercompany balances
• Assist with capital call and distribution calculations, notices, and related accounting entries
• Support NAV -related processes and fund close deliverables (as applicable)
• Perform budget-to-actual and variance analysis at the fund/entity level; provide clear explanations to leadership
• Review and support management fee, acquisition fee, asset management fee , and other fee calculations; initiate payments as needed
• Coordinate with third-party administrators (if applicable) and review deliverables for accuracy and completeness
• Support audit and tax processes by preparing schedules, PBC requests, and documentation
• Conduct accounting research and document conclusions for complex transactions
• Assist in developing and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure deadlines are met

Senior Fund Accountant Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Minimum of 4+ years of relevant accounting experience; fund accounting experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in institutional real estate accounting (REPE, REIT, or real estate investment platforms preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with a fund accounting/ERP platform (examples: Investran, Yardi Investment Suite, eFront , or similar) is a plus
• Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This position is based at their headquarters in Chicago , and the team is in office four days a week . Please apply today!

Thank you,

Arden Dyer
Recruiting Lead
LaSalle Network

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