PE / VC · Associate · 3 to 6 years typical
Fund Accountant (PE) Salary
Annual base compensation, national and by market, from 258 named sources. Every figure below says where it came from.
| Market | Multiplier | P25 | P50 | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | 1.40× | $100,000 | $140,000 | $210,000 | $265,000 |
| San Francisco, CA | 1.30× | $90,000 | $130,000 | $195,000 | $245,000 |
| Boston, MA | 1.25× | $90,000 | $125,000 | $190,000 | $235,000 |
| Palm Beach, FL | 1.25× | $90,000 | $125,000 | $190,000 | $235,000 |
| Miami, FL | 1.23× | $85,000 | $125,000 | $185,000 | $230,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1.20× | $85,000 | $120,000 | $180,000 | $225,000 |
| Washington, DC | 1.20× | $85,000 | $120,000 | $180,000 | $225,000 |
| Seattle, WA | 1.15× | $80,000 | $115,000 | $175,000 | $215,000 |
| Chicago, IL | 1.05× | $75,000 | $105,000 | $160,000 | $195,000 |
| Dallas, TX | 1.00× | $70,000 | $100,000 | $150,000 | $190,000 |
Time to fill 10 weeks for comparable searches, estimated from rouka's benchmark set.
Stable demand; insourcing trend as funds bring fund admin in-house
What does a Fund Accountant (PE) do?
The Fund Accountant (PE) operates within private equity firms, venture capital funds, or growth equity platforms, working alongside managing partners and portfolio company leadership. Professionals in this role typically bring 3 to 6 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Associate level, this position draws from a competitive candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.
What drives Fund Accountant (PE) compensation?
The median (P50) compensation for a Fund Accountant (PE) is $100,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $70,000 to $150,000. The 80% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by fund size and stage, carry allocation, deal volume, geographic market, firm reputation, and whether the role involves direct deal execution or portfolio operations. Demand is holding stable, with compensation levels expected to track broader market adjustments.
Fund Accountant (PE) career path
Professionals who move into Fund Accountant (PE) roles most commonly come from investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or operational roles at portfolio companies. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward partner-track advancement, portfolio company C-suite placements, or launching their own fund. The average tenure in this role is approximately 3.5 years, with an annual turnover rate of 18%.
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