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Portfolio Accountant

Dallas, Texas

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Role family
Finance
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
16 Oct 2026

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About Fortress

Fortress Investment Group LLC is a leading, highly diversified global investment manager with approximately $55 billion of assets under management as of June 30, 2026. Founded in 1998, Fortress manages assets on behalf of over 2,000+ institutional clients and private investors worldwide across a range of credit and real estate, private equity and permanent capital investment strategies. Investment performance is our cornerstone - we strive to generate strong risk adjusted returns for our investors over the long term. We had approximately 1002 employees and 218 investment professionals as of June 30, 2026, at our headquarters in New York and our affiliate offices around the globe.

Credit Portfolio Accountant

Dallas, TX

Responsibilities

Maintain accounting records for various SPVs across the Credit Funds

  • Bi-weekly reviews of transactional activity booked by Operations staff
  • Coordination and review of monthly reporting with fund administrator

Coordinate with auditors on deliverables and assist in preparation of financial statements, footnotes and supporting schedules for audited vehicles

Prepare financial statements for external reporting

Assist in enhancement of accounting and reporting procedures

Assist with various special projects on an ad-hoc basis

Skills Required

  • A strong understanding of financial reporting systems, US GAAP, journal entries, financial statement preparation, procedures and controls
  • Strong track record of delivering accurate, timely accounting information and reports
  • Presence and poise to interact with internal and external groups
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and prioritization capabilities to handle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
  • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong quantitative skills
  • Advanced Excel skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2-4 years of public accounting and/or private accounting
  • Experience in the financial industry or hedge funds is preferred
  • Familiarity with waterfall models is preferred
  • CPA license is a plus

The successful candidate will be:

Bright and a quick learner, a self-motivated team player

  • Proactive and high-energy with a hands-on approach to problem solving
  • Flexible, adaptable, self-confident and able to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities

Fortress Investment Group LLC collectively with its subsidiaries and operating affiliates is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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