Accounting Analyst

Join the Fund Accounting team at SummitTX Capital, a multi-strategy, equity-oriented market neutral / low net hedge fund with assets under management (AUM) over $3 billion. Our firm has achieved consistent growth and established itself as a leading player in the multi-manager segment of the hedge fund industry. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Fund Accounting Analyst to support the day-to-day accounting activities of the SummitTX Capital funds. The role reports directly to the Controller and will work closely with the Accounting Manager. The role will play a pivotal role in supporting the SummitTX Capital fund accounting function and collaborate closely with the operations, marketing, compliance and legal teams.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform primary review of deliverables related to the fund NAV, including daily estimates, financial statements, valuation, investor statements, and other ad-hoc reporting (daily, weekly, monthly, annual)
• Perform day-to-day accounting activities of the fund such as input into and review of our shadow accounting system and expense processing.
• Actively liaising with the investment, operations, tax, corporate accounting, compliance, marketing, and legal teams
• Closely engage with key external service providers (including the administrator, banks, legal, auditors, etc.) and counterparties on a frequent basis
• Perform calculations of complex management fees, incentive fees, and allocations across multiple relationships
• Support external audit process including financial statement review and ensuring audit requests are provided timely
• Assist with maintaining compliance with relevant accounting and reporting provisions of the governing documents of the funds and investment management agreements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Broad knowledge of Microsoft applications, demonstrated mastery of Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills, frequent and clear communicator, should be responsive and results-oriented
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Organized, high level of initiative, self-directed and independent worker with a strong attention to detail and time management skills

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor's Degree required, and a Master in Accountancy a plus
• 2-3 years of accounting experience (may include public accounting/Big 4 background)
• US GAAP Financial Statement experience required
• Hedge Fund experience preferred
• CPA Certification required