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Staff Accountant

Corporate Ladder Search Partners, Inc. · Cleveland, OH

Spotted 1d agoFull-time

Job details

Employment
Full-time
Level
Staff / principal
Experience
1+ year
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Oct 20, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 20, 2026
Job description

About this role

Staff Accountant - Fund Accounting (Early Career- 1-4 Years Experience)

Join a dynamic investment environment where you’ll gain hands-on exposure to fund accounting, financial reporting, and private investment operations.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented

Fund Accountant

to support accounting and reporting activities across a diverse portfolio of private investment funds. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career (including relevant internship experience) to build a strong foundation in private equity and alternative investments.

You will work closely with experienced finance professionals, fund administrators, and external partners in a collaborative environment designed to support learning, growth, and long-term career development in fund accounting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger records
  • Perform account reconciliations, including bank and cash reconciliations across multiple funds
  • Monitor daily cash activity and assist with cash management processes
  • Support maintenance of investor capital account balances under supervision
  • Assist in the preparation of quarterly investor reporting and deliverables
  • Prepare investor capital account statements using fund accounting systems
  • Contribute to quarterly reporting and annual GAAP financial statement preparation
  • Support audit and tax processes by coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including fund managers and legal advisors

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Early Career, 1- 4 years of accounting experience (internships and entry-level roles considered)
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Exposure to partnership accounting, private funds, or real estate is a plus
  • Prior experience in public accounting or a public accounting internship is preferred
  • Candidates with a background in audit or assurance, particularly those with exposure to investment funds or financial services clients, are encouraged to apply

Why This Role?

  • Growing company with an amazing culture, people, and work-life balance
  • Direct exposure to private investment funds and institutional-level reporting
  • Opportunity to learn from experienced Accounting and Finance professionals
  • Strong career development path in a specialized and high-demand field
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