Fund Associate POST NUMBER: 482767

Fund Finance Associate
Dallas, TX – hybrid, 2 days onsite.

One of Vaco’s clients, a growing investment management firm, is seeking a Fund Finance Associate to support the accounting and financial operations of its private investment funds. Reporting to the Vice President of Fund Finance, this role will play a key part in fund operations, investor reporting, capital activity, financial analysis, and performance reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional looking to build a career within private equity or alternative investments.

Compensation $100-130K bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Track investment performance and analyze fund returns.
• Support monthly and quarterly fund reporting, including NAV calculations and investor statements.
• Maintain investor communications and respond to inquiries through the investor portal.
• Assist with fundraising due diligence materials and investor presentation support.
• Prepare management fee analyses, cash flow reporting, and other ad hoc financial analyses.
• Support audits and financial reporting requests.
• Prepare capital call and distribution calculations.
• Partner with investment teams, custodians, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate fund operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in accounting, finance, fund administration, or investment operations.
• Experience supporting private equity, alternative investment, or investment funds is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical capabilities.
• Knowledge of financial modeling and investment performance reporting is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to contribute within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.

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