Tax Specialist (Hedge Fund)

Job Description:

A leading Hedge Fund in New York, NY is seeking a Tax Specialist to join their growing team! This individual will be working with the Tax Manager and the team, covering all aspects of tax. This person will need to have at least 1-2 years of private or public experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review hedge fund and Private Equity funds
• Plan and strategize for a complex group of hedge funds and Private Equity funds, including the coordination of all tax filings and yearly tax work with the outsourced accounting firm
• Review K-1s, tax estimates, and tax returns for the firms private equity and hedge funds
• Communicate with firm’s finance and tax departments on tax needs and adjustments
• Provide and prepare taxable income workpapers for management company entities

Job Requirements:

• Ideal candidate will be a CPA or in the process of obtaining CPA
• Have at least 4-7 years of relevant experience
• Prior hedge fund experience is a huge plus!
• Individuals who are driven and energetic!
• Have an understanding of the tax compliance process
• Strong understanding of Excel
• Experience working with NAV reporting and journal entries is also a huge plus!

Compensation:

• $130,000 - $160,000