Lead Fund Accountant, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across 19 markets in North America, EMEA and APAC, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver spectacular gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands. Vantage’s business is growing exponentially, through a combination of greenfield market expansion and acquisitions.

Accounting Department

The Accounting Department is integral to maintaining the financial health and integrity of our organization. Our mission is to provide accurate, timely, and relevant financial information while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting the company’s strategic goals. The department manages a broad range of functions, including financial reporting, treasury, forecasting, month-end close activities, financial systems, fixed assets, consolidation, and campus-specific financial oversight. By maintaining the integrity and accuracy of financial data, we enable informed decision-making and uphold ethical standards across all financial activities. We prioritize continuous improvement in processes and systems to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Our collaborative approach ensures we work closely with other departments, providing financial insights and support to drive the company's strategic objectives.

Position Overview

This is a Remote U.S. based role.

Vantage is looking for an experienced, highly analytical Lead Fund Accountant to work under the direction of the Manager, Investor Fund Accounting, NA to lead the evaluation of accounting standards on various transactions as they occur, the preparation of technical accounting analysis and memoranda, and the monitoring of new accounting standards for potential impact. This position will also be highly involved with and contribute to the day-to-day accounting activities, the month end close process, the preparation of financial statements, and improvements in and compliance with internal control systems. The Lead Fund Accountant will also assist with financial audits and participate in system improvement initiatives. This role must be able to work independently, have a strong understanding of US GAAP, be able to identify accounting issues requiring analysis, be able to research accounting guidance, and be able to analyze such guidance to reach accounting conclusions. The ideal candidate must operate with a high degree of autonomy, be well-organized, and thrive in a fast-paced and complex environment. 

Essential Job Functions

• Lead preparation of fund‑level financial statements, journal entries, supporting schedules, and general ledger reconciliations with strong attention to detail.

• Perform quarterly and year‑end close procedures for assigned Funds, including workpaper preparation, financial packages, capital account statements, and related reconciliations.

• Oversee maintenance of fund capital tables, ensuring ownership details, commitments, contributions, distributions, and unfunded balances align with the general ledger.

• Prepare, review, and enhance capital call and distribution calculations, ensuring compliance with governing documents and accuracy of investor-level allocations.

• Conduct technical accounting research and provide clear, concise accounting position memos.

• Apply deep understanding of partnership structures, waterfall mechanics, preferred return/carried interest, and fund‑level performance metrics (IRR, MOIC, DPI).

• Review investment activity to ensure proper accounting treatment, accurate settlement details, and alignment with fund agreements.

• Develop and update accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Collaborate closely with investor relations, legal, treasury, tax, and compliance teams to ensure cross-functional alignment and timely reporting.

• Serve as a key point of contact for investor inquiries, leveraging thorough data analysis, source‑level reconciliation, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver precise and timely information.

• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, reporting flows, and internal controls, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage multiple deadlines across recurring reporting cycles and execute high‑priority, ad hoc analysis as needed.

Job Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or CPA eligibility strongly preferred.

• 6+ years of fund accounting or audit experience with significant exposure to private equity, venture capital, private credit and/or real estate funds

• Strong technical accounting background and demonstrated ability to independently research, interpret, and apply US GAAP.

• Experience working with complex fund structures, waterfalls, carried interest calculations, and capital activity.

• Yardi Investment Accounting / Investment Management or Investran experience preferred.

• Exposure to complex fund structures, waterfall calculations, fund‑level performance metrics, and capital call/distribution mechanics.

• Experience in data center or real estate industries is a plus.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills include modeling, scenario analysis, and reconciliation techniques.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to operate independently, and comfort working in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $120000 - $130,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!