[Remote] Senior Manager, Fund Accounting

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Willow Wealth is a leading private markets investment platform that aims to expand access to private markets investment products. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Fund Accounting to assist the Accounting and Finance team with the financial reporting of various entities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in their operations. Responsibilities Work closely on Willow Wealth’s unique investment offerings, overseeing regulatory, reporting, and operational accounting functions while driving process improvements, enhancing controls, maintaining strong cross-functional relationships, and building a scalable, audit-ready operating environment Collaborate across time zones with a team responsible for reviewing financial reporting packages prepared by the outside fund administrator; review outputs and ensure accuracy and completeness across individual offerings Perform ongoing oversight of the external fund administrator, including daily and monthly transaction reviews to ensure accuracy, integrity, timeliness, and consistency Proactively identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; drive improvements and implement scalable solutions Own the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of processes across daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting and operational activities Establish clear, repeatable workflows and controls to enhance consistency, transparency, and auditability Maintain and update documentation to reflect process changes, system enhancements, and evolving business needs Partner with internal teams and external service providers to ensure alignment with documented procedures Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers (including auditors and tax advisors) to enhance coordination and execution Develop a deep understanding of organizational workflows and interdependencies Serve as a key point of contact and escalation for finance-related matters across the business Take ownership of assigned deliverables while contributing to broader accounting and operational initiatives Support year-end tax processes, including coordination of Forms 1099 and K-1 Respond to investor inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as needed Skills 7–10 years of accounting experience in public accounting or investment management Strong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and relevant regulatory frameworks Working knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946 Experience with account reconciliations and analytical review Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, assess root causes, and drive resolution Strong problem-solving skills with both tactical execution and strategic thinking Advanced Excel skills Operates as a self-starter with a high degree of ownership and accountability Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, consistently delivering accurate, high-quality work Proactively identifies risks and issues, and escalates with thoughtful, solution-oriented recommendations Brings structure to ambiguity by translating complex or evolving processes into clear, documented workflows Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across functions Positive, professional attitude and a continuous improvement mindset CPA designation Experience working with external fund administrators Familiarity with Looker or similar cloud-based reporting/ERP tools Benefits Competitive compensation package, including equity Health, dental & vision coverage with FSA/HSA options Unlimited PTO 401k match Commuter benefit Life insurance Wellness stipend This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity compensation as part of the total compensation package. Company Overview Willow Wealth provides curated access to private markets across real estate, private credit, private equity, and more. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https//www.willowwealth.com.

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