Seven to ten years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or investment management.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics; a master's or equivalent degree in a relevant field, ACCA qualification, or equivalent local qualification is also accepted.
Strong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
Financial reporting experience, including drafting footnotes and preparing or reviewing financial statement packages.
Working knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946.
Experience with account reconciliations and analytical review.
Ability to independently identify issues, assess root causes, and drive resolution.
Advanced Excel skills.
Responsibilities
Review monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages prepared by the external fund administrator for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with US GAAP across individual offerings.
Review audited financial statements, including footnotes and supporting disclosures, for accuracy and consistency across more than 100 funds.
Review operating and debt agreements to ensure fees and interest are recorded appropriately.
Draft fund financial statements, including footnote disclosures.
Oversee the external fund administrator's daily and monthly transaction activity, reviewing for accuracy and completeness, and provide guidance on transaction nature and recording.
Review management fee calculations, expense allocations, and intercompany transactions in detail and reconcile them.
Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; drive improvements and implement scalable solutions.
Document key processes, internal controls, and workflows, and implement changes aligned with best practices across daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting and operational activities.
Build cross-functional relationships across Finance, Operations, Investments, Legal, Compliance, Tax, auditors, and external service providers.
Take ownership of assigned deliverables while contributing to broader accounting and operational initiatives.
Support year-end tax processes, including coordination of Forms 1099 and K-1.
Respond to investor inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as needed.
Work with external auditors and ensure support is provided on time.
Desired Qualifications
Big Four background; US GAAP experience is a strong plus.
Experience working with external fund administrators.
Familiarity with Looker or similar data visualization tools.
About Willow Wealth
Willow Wealth is a leading platform for private market investing, connecting individual investors with curated opportunities across real estate, private credit, private equity, and more. Founded in 2015, the platform has grown to serve more than 500,000 members with $6.9B+ invested since inception. The company has raised over $250M from leading institutional investors, such as Redbird, Tarsadia, Mayfair, StepStone, and Edison Partners.
About the Role
Willow Wealth is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to join the Athens team responsible for the accounting and finance functions of the Willow Wealth Funds. The role will be based in our Services Hub in Athens, Greece and will report to the Senior Fund Controller in New York, US. This role is for someone who has experience in accounting and financial reporting, with the ability to apply relevant investment company accounting rules.
Key Responsibilities
Review monthly / quarterly / annual reporting packages prepared by the external fund administrator, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with US GAAP across individual offerings
Review and ensure accuracy and consistency of audited financial statements, including footnotes and supporting disclosures across over 100 funds
Review operating and debt agreements to ensure that fees and interest are recorded appropriately
Draft fund financial statements including footnote disclosures
Oversee the external fund administrator's daily and monthly transaction activity, reviewing for accuracy and completeness. Provide guidance and clarifications on the nature of the transactions and how they should be recorded
Perform detailed reviews and reconciliations of management fee calculations, expense allocations, and intercompany transactions
Proactively identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; drive improvements and implement scalable solutions
Document key processes, internal controls, workflows and implement changes to align with best industry practices across daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting and operational activities
Build strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Operations, Investments, Legal, Compliance, Tax, auditors, and external service providers
Take ownership of assigned deliverables while contributing to broader accounting and operational initiatives
Support year-end tax processes, including coordination of Forms 1099 and K-1
Respond to investor inquiries and prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting as needed
Work with the external auditors and ensure that support is provided timely
Qualifications
7–10 years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or investment management
Big Four background preferred, with US GAAP experience a strong plus
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Economics. Master's or equivalent degree in a relevant field, ACCA qualified, or equivalent local qualification
Strong understanding of private equity and/or real estate fund structures, partnership accounting, and relevant regulatory frameworks
Financial reporting background with experience drafting footnotes and preparing/reviewing financial statement packages
Working knowledge of investment company accounting under ASC 946
Experience with account reconciliations and analytical review
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, assess root causes, and drive resolution
Strong problem-solving skills with both tactical execution and strategic thinking
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Excel skills
Key Attributes
Operates as a self-starter with a high degree of ownership and accountability
Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, consistently delivering accurate, high-quality work
Proactively identifies risks and issues, and escalates with thoughtful, solution-oriented recommendations
Brings structure to ambiguity by translating complex or evolving processes into clear, documented workflows
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across functions
Positive, professional attitude and a continuous improvement mindset
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with external fund administrators
Familiarity with Looker or similar data visualization tools
What’s in it for you:
Competitive compensation packages, including equity