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ASSOCIATE, FUND ACCOUNTING

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60606, Chicago, IL, USA
75K-90K Annually
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60606, Chicago, IL, USA
75K-90K Annually
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Maintains accurate financial records for private investment funds, including reconciliations, NAVs, P&L, economic allocations, investor notices, performance reports, and external reporting. Coordinates with fund administrators, auditors, tax preparers, legal teams, wealth advisors, and client services. Supports annual audits and tax returns, addresses discrepancies, maintains reporting data, and improves financial processes and controls.
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About Cresset

Cresset is a firm built by clients, for clients. As an independent, award-winning multi-family office and private investment firm, we are reimagining the way wealth is experienced. Our purpose is to help ensure that both wealth and life are fully optimized—integrated, intentional, and aligned with each client’s vision of success.

 

We provide access to the caliber of talent, ideas, and investment opportunities typically available to the largest single-family offices and institutions. Our approach is personalized, entrepreneurial, and client-first.

 

Proudly owned by our clients and employees, Cresset was built to endure. We are creating a 100+ year firm—one focused on delivering an exceptional experience, not only for the families we serve but for the team that serves them. Recognized by Barron’s among the nation’s top RIA firms, and as one of the industry’s best places to work,* Cresset is guided by long-term relationships, shared success, and a belief that wealth should serve a life well lived.



Key Responsibilities

The Private Fund Accountant is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate financial records for private investment funds. This includes reconciling various accounts, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and external service providers (Administrators, Auditors, Tax Preparers, Legal etc.) to gather necessary information and address any discrepancies. Additionally, the Private Fund Accountant will assist in the audit and tax return process for their funds.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Prepare and review periodic fund reconciliation reports for P&L, NAVs, and economic allocations. Research variances, assist in resolutions, and ensure timely and accurate deliverables to fund investors.
  • Coordinate with multiple fund administrators to ensure that all fund work is completed timely and accurately.
  • Coordinate delivery of capital call and distribution notices to investors as well as financial statements, tax documents, and capital statements. Liaise with Wealth Advisors Team and Client Services Team to address investor inquiries.
  • Prepare periodic performance reports of platform solutions for management review and investment decision‐making. Maintain accurate and timely data in our reporting systems.
  • Assist in preparation and review of annual audit, tax and other external reporting requirements relevant to limited partnership funds.
  • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal business groups and client service providers.
  • Evaluate, modify and monitor current processes and controls to create efficiencies and produce more refined and accurate reporting.
Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, Master’s preferred; CPA or CFA strongly preferred
  • Approximately 2+ years of related experience, preferably with a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), Fund Administrator, Fund Accounting Group or Public Accounting Firms
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; fluent in MS Office
  • Addepar experience preferred
  • Strong analytical, problem‐solving, and time management skills

 


What We Offer:

At Cresset, we focus on people first. As a service business, our people are our assets. Engaging our clients and employees is our highest priority.  Salary will be based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, licenses/certifications, industry knowledge, and geographic location. Cresset offers a competitive compensation package including an annual incentive and a benefits package to all full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, health savings accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, voluntary critical and accident insurance, and pre-tax parking and transportation programs.



Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Cresset to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related conditions), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a parent, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is Cresset’s policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.



Everything Starts With Culture.


Our Vision

We exist to optimize wealth and elevate life—giving clients the time, clarity, and trusted partnership to pursue what matters most.


Our Values




*Disclosures related to awards, recognitions, and rankings available here.

 

Cresset refers to Cresset Capital Management, and all its respective subsidiaries and affiliates. Cresset Asset Management, LLC, also conducts advisory business under the names of Cresset Sports & Entertainment, CH Investment Partners, and Cresset Capital. Cresset provides investment advisory, family office, and other services to individuals, families, and institutional clients. Cresset also provides investment advisory services to investment vehicles investing in private equity, real estate, and other investment opportunities. Cresset Asset Management, LLC is an SEC registered investment advisor. SEC registration does not imply any specific level of skill or training.

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Cresset Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

444 West Lake Street, Ste 4700, Chicago, IL, United States, 60606

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