Senior Fund Accountant — Irvine, CA at Vaco by

About the Opportunity

A privately held investment management firm specializing in real estate is seeking a Senior Fund Accountant to support its private equity platform during a critical peak reporting and audit period. This contract-to-hire role is designed for a hands-on professional ready to step in quickly and deliver immediate value.

You will serve as a key partner to fund operations, finance leadership, and external auditors, ensuring the accuracy of fund accounting and investor reporting across multiple investment vehicles. The position offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate cross-functionally with asset management, acquisitions, and legal teams to maintain financial integrity.

The Role in Action

In this capacity, you will manage the day-to-day rhythm of fund accounting, from maintaining general ledgers and processing journal entries to handling complex reconciliations for capital activities and investment transactions. Your work will directly impact quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP, as well as the creation of investor reporting packages, including capital account statements and performance summaries.

You will also coordinate closely with auditors and tax providers during ongoing compliance processes, preparing supporting schedules and responding to inquiries. The role requires tracking capital contributions, distributions, and commitments across various funds and entities, while supporting updates to internal and external fund models and key financial metrics.

Application & Hiring Process

By submitting your application, you agree to be included in the Vaco/Highspring talent pool for future opportunities. Submissions are subject to preliminary AI screening to ensure minimum job requirements are met, followed by further assessment by recruiters and hiring managers.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.

Work location

Work model: On-site

61-68, Promenade, Rancho San Joaquin, Irvine, Orange County, California, 92612, United States

Irvine, California

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSupport day-to-day fund accounting activities including general ledger maintenance and reconciliations
check_circleAssist with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
check_circleSupport preparation and distribution of investor reporting packages and capital account statements
check_circleAssist with capital call and distribution calculations and notices for multiple funds
check_circleTrack capital contributions, distributions, and commitments across multiple funds and entities
check_circleSupport updates to fund models and key financial metrics used internally and externally
check_circleCollaborate cross-functionally with asset management, acquisitions, and legal teams
check_circleCoordinate with auditors and tax providers during audit and compliance processes

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
verified2–5 years of accounting experience
verifiedStrong understanding of fund accounting and U.S. GAAP financial reporting
verifiedCPA or progress toward CPA preferred
verifiedExperience with Yardi or similar systems preferred

Nice to Have

Experience with Yardi or similar systems. CPA or progress toward CPA. Exposure to real estate funds, tax credit structures, or complex equity arrangements.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision benefitscheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleEligibility for discretionary bonuses

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Fund Accounting, General Ledger Maintenance, Journal Entries, Reconciliations, Financial Statement Preparation, U.s. Gaap, Investor Reporting, Capital Call, Distribution Calculations, Compliance.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Frequently asked questions about Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring

What does a Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring do?expand_more

In this Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring role, you will support day-to-day fund accounting activities including general ledger maintenance and reconciliations; assist with quarterly and annual financial statement preparation in accordance with u.s. gaap; support preparation and distribution of investor reporting packages and capital account statements; and assist with capital call and distribution calculations and notices for multiple funds.

What are the requirements for this Sr. Fund Accountant role?expand_more

To qualify for the Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; 2–5 years of accounting experience; Strong understanding of fund accounting and U.S. GAAP financial reporting; CPA or progress toward CPA preferred; and Experience with Yardi or similar systems preferred.

Where is the Sr. Fund Accountant role at Vaco by Highspring located?expand_more

Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring is based in 61-68, Promenade, Rancho San Joaquin, Irvine, Orange County, California, 92612, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Sr. Fund Accountant job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Vaco by Highspring has listed this Sr. Fund Accountant role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Sr. Fund Accountant role?expand_more

Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring typically requires 2–5 years of relevant experience at the senior level.

What skills do you need for the Sr. Fund Accountant role at Vaco by Highspring?expand_more

Key skills for Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring include Fund Accounting; General Ledger Maintenance; Journal Entries; Reconciliations; Financial Statement Preparation; U.s. Gaap; Investor Reporting; and Capital Call.

What education is required for Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

What category does the Sr. Fund Accountant role belong to?expand_more

Sr. Fund Accountant at Vaco by Highspring is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

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