Services: Accounting
Accounting Careers in Alternative Asset Management
Representative accounting opportunities we recruit for
- Fund Accountant
- Senior Fund Accountant
- Management Company Accountant
- Senior Accountant
- Accounting Manager
- Assistant Controller
- Fund Controller
- Corporate Controller
- Director of Finance
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Build a career beyond traditional accounting
At JSB Partners, we specialize in placing accounting and finance professionals across hedge funds, private equity and venture capital firms, private credit funds, family offices, and investment management companies. These organizations rely on accounting teams not only for financial reporting and compliance, but also for supporting fundraising initiatives, investor reporting, treasury management, operational strategy, and business growth. We recruit for opportunities ranging from Staff Accountant and Fund Accountant positions through Controller, Director of Finance, CFO, and COO roles.
The background firms are looking for
Most accounting professionals hired into alternative asset management come from public accounting firms, fund administrators, investment management firms, or corporate accounting environments. Employers commonly seek candidates with accounting or finance degrees, CPA credentials or CPA-track status, strong Excel and financial reporting skills, and experience meeting tight reporting deadlines. As firms continue to invest in technology and operational efficiency, professionals with experience in automation, data analytics, and reporting tools are increasingly in demand.
Why accounting professionals choose alternative investments
Many accountants are drawn to alternative asset management because of the exposure that extends well beyond traditional accounting functions. Lean teams often provide direct access to Controllers, CFOs, investment professionals, and firm leadership, allowing professionals to gain experience across fund accounting, management company accounting, treasury, audits, investor relations, tax, and operations. Whether supporting a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund, a growing private credit platform, an established private equity firm, or a sophisticated family office, these positions can offer accelerated career growth, competitive compensation, and a clear path toward senior leadership roles.
JSB Partners has spent nearly three decades helping accounting professionals build careers within the alternative investment industry by connecting them with some of the most respected hedge funds, private equity firms, private credit managers, family offices, and investment platforms in the market.
Questions about accounting roles
What does a fund accountant do?
A fund accountant keeps the books for the investment funds: recording trades and income, calculating net asset value, reconciling with the fund administrator, and supporting investor reporting and audits. A management company accountant does the same for the firm that manages the funds, covering its own revenue, expenses and payroll.
What does a Controller or CFO handle at an alternative investment firm?
A Controller runs day-to-day accounting and financial reporting, oversees audits and manages the accounting team. A CFO leads finance across the firm, including treasury, investor reporting, fundraising support and strategy, and works closely with the founders and investment team.
Can I move into alternative investments from public accounting?
Yes. Most accounting professionals hired into alternative asset management come from public accounting firms, fund administrators, investment management firms or corporate accounting. A CPA or CPA-track status and strong Excel and reporting skills help.
How can JSB Partners help with my accounting search?
Send us your resume with a note on the role you want next, or tell us about the hire you need to make. We have placed accounting professionals with hedge funds, private equity, private credit and family offices for nearly three decades.