Finance and Accounting Associate - Private Investments

Maverick Capital is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing private investment funds exclusively for qualified investors. Since our founding in 1993, Maverick has been dedicated to the preservation and growth of our investors’ capital. We are based in Dallas and New York with research offices in Florida and California.

Maverick is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Private Investments Finance and Accounting team. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to collaborate with various departments across the firm, including portfolio management, legal, tax, technology, investor relations, fund administration, and external auditors.

As part of this position, you will gain hands-on experience in fund accounting, performance analysis, and risk reporting for a diverse portfolio of hedge funds, separately managed accounts, venture capital, and private equity. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of routine and ad-hoc reporting requests from investor relations and the portfolio management team
• Managing the portfolio company metrics collection process and using the data to provide insights
• Oversight of fund administrators to ensure accurate reporting and timely close processes.

We are looking for a proactive individual who takes ownership of their work, demonstrates intellectual curiosity, and actively contributes to the success of the firm. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to develop your expertise in accounting and financial analysis, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage portfolio company metrics & KPIs – maintain and enhance the portfolio finance process, from managing the data collection process of portfolio companies to analyzing metrics and distilling it for key stakeholders
• Deliver time-sensitive financial data to the Portfolio Manager, CFO, and Investor Relations team on a regular and ad-hoc basis.
• Review administrator postings of fund accounting activities, including subscriptions, redemptions, money movements, complex P&L allocations, journal entries, monthly close, and reconciliations to internal data systems. Provide financial insights to the Director of Fund Accounting, Controller, CFO, and Portfolio Manager as needed.
• Generate monthly and quarterly performance reports, including calculations and statistics for various private funds. Collaborate with investor relations and compliance departments to ensure reports are appropriately targeted for various internal or external audiences.
• Collaborate with the technology team to develop, test, and implement reporting tools, automation, and process enhancements.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, with advanced analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Accounting and finance experience in the venture capital or private equity industry (nice to have).
• Understanding of the fund accounting lifecycle
• CPA preferred