Senior Fund Accountant (DCS) (RE)

Petra Funds Group is a single source provider for the fund administration and fund infrastructure needs of Private Equity and Debt Funds. At Petra, we enable fund managers to focus on the tasks that add the most value to their businesses and leave the rest to us.

Petra is made up of highly experienced professionals across the US and Europe. In a business where accuracy and timeliness are paramount, having a deep bench who have spent years working inside of asset managers is what truly differentiates us.

Our foundation is built on trust, experience, and uncompromising accuracy. Our people are experts. We work collaboratively. We are relentless in our process and put attention to detail first.

Reporting to the Fund CFO, the Senior Fund Accountant will play a key role in supporting our client's growth by developing and executing best-in-class fund accounting processes. As the Finance team implements new systems and workflows, they are seeking someone with a strong eye for process improvement, comfort with technology and consistent attention to detail.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where precision, curiosity, organization, and teamwork drive success.

• →Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA a plus
• →3-5 years of experience either in public accounting, tax or at an established Fund Administrator, servicing private investment funds/alternative asset clients
• →Experience with complex fund structures
• →Advanced analytical reasoning skills
• →Proficiency in Excel and/or familiarity with fund accounting software (Investran, eFront, Allvue, or equivalent).
• →Desired experience with Power BI, Power Query, Altreyx
• →Effective communication skills both internally with team members and externally with advisors and investors
• →Demonstrated team player, self-starter, and independent thinker
• →Proven ability to work in a deadline-focused environment with a high level of accuracy

We’re proud of many milestones, but we’re especially honored by the recognition we’ve received for our workplace experience: 

• Certified Great Place to Work®, based on direct feedback from our employees about trust and overall culture. 
• Fortune Best Medium Workplaces™ and Best Financial Services & Insurance Workplaces™, highlighting our commitment to building an environment where people thrive.