Job Search

Job Title: Fund Accounting / Investment Fund Reporting Specialist (SBIC Focus)

Location: Remote (Must be based in the United States) Firm based in Morristown, NJ

Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in investment fund reporting and a strong understanding of SBIC regulatory requirements.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on fund accounting, regulatory reporting, and working in a flexible, fully remote environment. You will play a key role in preparing and reviewing regulatory filings, maintaining fund level financials, and supporting portfolio company reporting requirements in line with SBA guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare and/or review SBIC regulatory filings, including: o Form 468 (Quarterly "short" and Annual filings) o Form 1031 (Portfolio financing reports)

* Ensure timely and accurate submission of quarterly and annual SBIC reports in accordance with SBA requirements

* Review trial balances and perform accounting close procedures for investment funds

* Prepare and post journal entries related to fund and portfolio activity

* Assist in the preparation of basic financial statements for investment funds

* Support preparation and review of financial statement notes and disclosures (preferred, not required)

* Maintain accuracy and consistency in fund-level financial reporting

* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines and reporting standards

Required Experience & Qualifications

* Strong knowledge of the SBIC regulatory environment

* Hands-on experience with Form 468 and/or Form 1031 reporting

* Experience working with investment funds, private equity, venture capital, or similar structures

* Ability to review trial balances and prepare financial statements

* Experience recording journal entries and supporting month-end/quarter-end close processes

* Strong attention to detail and comfort working with regulatory reporting requirements

Nice to Have

* CPA designation (not required)

* Experience preparing or reviewing financial statement notes and disclosures

* Familiarity with SBA reporting requirements and investment fund structures

Work Environment & Schedule

* Fully remote (U.S.-based candidates only)

* Standard 40-hour work week

* Up to ~60 hours during busy season (maximum expectation), with flexibility where needed

* Flexible work arrangements available; working parents are welcome

Compensation & Benefits

* Base salary: Approximately $125,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates

* Medical insurance (employee pays ~20%)

* Dental and vision insurance * 401(k) with 3% employer match

* 4 weeks PTO (5 weeks for manager-level roles and above)

* 10 paid holidays per year

* Annual bonus based on firm performance and individual contribution (including quality of work and overtime effort)

Candidate Fit Notes: We are looking for stable, long-term team members. A history of frequent job changes ("job hopping") will be a concern unless there are clear, credible explanations.

Hiring Process

* CV review with feedback typically within 24 hours

* Usually two interview stages, with a possible third if needed

* All interviews conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams