[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.ResponsibilitiesWork 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 environmentCollaborate 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 offeringsPerform ongoing oversight of the external fund administrator, including daily and monthly transaction reviews to ensure accuracy, integrity, timeliness, and consistencyProactively identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; drive improvements and implement scalable solutionsOwn the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of processes across daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting and operational activitiesEstablish clear, repeatable workflows and controls to enhance consistency, transparency, and auditabilityMaintain and update documentation to reflect process changes, system enhancements, and evolving business needsPartner with internal teams and external service providers to ensure alignment with documented proceduresPartner closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers (including auditors and tax advisors) to enhance coordination and executionDevelop a deep understanding of organizational workflows and interdependenciesServe as a key point of contact and escalation for finance-related matters across the businessTake ownership of assigned deliverables while contributing to broader accounting and operational initiativesSupport year-end tax processes, including coordination of Forms 1099 and K-1Respond to investor inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as neededSkills7–10 years of accounting experience in public accounting or investment managementStrong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and relevant regulatory frameworksWorking knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946Experience with account reconciliations and analytical reviewDemonstrated ability to independently identify issues, assess root causes, and drive resolutionStrong problem-solving skills with both tactical execution and strategic thinkingAdvanced Excel skillsOperates as a self-starter with a high degree of ownership and accountabilityDemonstrates exceptional attention to detail, consistently delivering accurate, high-quality workProactively identifies risks and issues, and escalates with thoughtful, solution-oriented recommendationsBrings structure to ambiguity by translating complex or evolving processes into clear, documented workflowsHighly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesCollaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across functionsPositive, professional attitude and a continuous improvement mindsetCPA designationExperience working with external fund administratorsFamiliarity with Looker or similar cloud-based reporting/ERP toolsBenefitsCompetitive compensation package, including equityHealth, dental & vision coverage with FSA/HSA optionsUnlimited PTO401k matchCommuter benefitLife insuranceWellness stipendThis role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity compensation as part of the total compensation package.Company OverviewWillow 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.