Portfolio Accounting and Reporting Analyst

Senior Portfolio Accounting & Reporting Analyst

A leading Boston-based investment management firm is seeking a highly motivated Senior Portfolio Accounting, Valuation, & Reporting (PVAR) Analyst to join its dynamic team. The firm, known for its long-term, value-oriented investment approach, manages capital across various asset classes, including public and private equities, private debt, and real estate. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment supporting a diverse global investment strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee valuation, accounting, and reporting analysis for a specific asset class or investment structure, ensuring accuracy and consistency across internal and external reports.
• Maintain and reconcile fund administrator books and records, performing shadow accounting as needed.
• Analyze and interpret complex investment structure legal and partnership documents.
• Conduct technical research on GAAP accounting pronouncements and related treatments for assigned asset classes.
• Support the internal private valuation process, including market updates, appraisal reviews, and communication with asset managers and external partners.
• Prepare financial statements and regulatory filings, including investor reports on portfolio returns, investment performance, and exposure.
• Ensure alignment of GAAP and U.S. tax accounting entries with internal and external stakeholders, with a preference for knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP.
• Collaborate across operations teams to identify and implement process improvements through automation, streamlined templates, and internal IT systems.
• Assist in audit-related processes, financial statement preparation, and valuation management reporting.
• Independently research and complete ad hoc projects as requested by senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or mathematics.
• 4–8 years of relevant experience in investment accounting, auditing, or valuation, preferably within investment management.
• Strong understanding of fair value principles, U.S. GAAP accounting treatments, and valuation methodologies across multiple asset classes.
• Familiarity with complex investment portfolios, including private equity, real estate, and structured products, is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to connect granular data points to broader financial objectives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with programming languages or macro development is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Additional Details:

• Hybrid work environment with the flexibility to work from home up to two days per week, depending on business needs.
• Opportunity to work in a high-performing, intellectually rigorous team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

This position is ideal for professionals looking to expand their expertise in investment valuation, accounting, and reporting while contributing to a well-established investment firm with a strong track record of long-term success.