Senior Portfolio Accountant

About the role

The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC) is a state-owned investment organization based in Juneau, Alaska, responsible for managing the assets of the Alaska Permanent Fund—one of the largest sovereign wealth funds in the United States. For nearly 50 years, APFC has transformed Alaska’s resource wealth into a renewable financial resource for current and future generations. In FY26, the Fund reached its highest value ever, exceeding $91.9 billion, reflecting disciplined stewardship and strong investment performance. APFC’s diversified portfolio spans public and private markets, real estate, and alternative investments, delivering long-term returns that support Alaska’s economy and public services.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for the accounting and financial reporting of APFC's private market investment portfolios.
• Serve as the technical expert for private market accounting by reviewing partnership agreements and investment documentation, determining appropriate accounting treatment, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Evaluate accounting and operational risks; establish accounting policies and procedures; and recommend enhancements to internal controls that support accurate financial reporting and safeguard Fund assets.
• Collaborate with Investment, Finance, Legal, Compliance, investment managers, fund administrators, custodians, auditors, and other external partners to support investment operations and financial reporting.
• Lead private markets audit activities by overseeing audit schedules and supporting documentation and serving as the primary contact for auditor inquiries related to private market investments.
• Prepare reports for management, external stakeholders, and the Board of Trustees.
• Supervise Portfolio Accountants and Accounting Technicians by assigning work, providing technical guidance, reviewing work products, supporting professional development, managing performance, and ensuring continuity of operations through cross-training.
• Participate in strategic planning related to accounting operations and investment support and identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee accounting records and daily accounting activities for private market investment portfolios, including capital calls, distributions, management fees, cash activity, valuations, investment transactions, reconciliations, and related reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, to monitor and analyze complex transactions.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of investment accounting, partnership accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Ability to analyze complex investment transactions, identify issues, and develop practical solutions.
• High attention to detail in producing accurate, complete, and timely accounting records and financial reports.
• Demonstrated leadership in providing direction, coaching, and technical support while promoting accountability and professional growth.
• A collaborative approach to building productive working relationships across departments and with external business partners.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, integrity, and stewardship in support of APFC’s mission.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of investment accounting, partnership accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Ability to analyze complex investment transactions, identify issues, and develop practical solutions.
• High attention to detail in producing accurate, complete, and timely accounting records and financial reports.
• Demonstrated leadership in providing direction, coaching, and technical support while promoting accountability and professional growth.
• A collaborative approach to building productive working relationships across departments and with external business partners.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, integrity, and stewardship in support of APFC’s mission.

Benefits

This role is also eligible for Incentive Compensation in accordance with APFC’s Incentive Compensation Plan, with a maximum annual bonus of 5% of base salary, tied to total fund performance. Health Medical / Vision / Dental Insurance, Single or Family Coverage, Different Cost and Coverage Options, Employee-funded Health Flexible Spending Account (pre-taxed), Voluntary Supplemental Benefits, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Retirement, Public Employees' Retirement Program (PERS), Matching employer contribution, Employer contributions vested 100% after 5 years, Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan, In lieu of Social Security, Personal Leave, Personal leave program starts at 21 days per year, Leave is accrued each pay period at a rate of 6:03 hours per pay period with increases to accrual rates at 2, 5, 10, & 15yrs employment milestones, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Flexible work hours based on positional needs, Generous professional development opportunities, Free parking, Relocation assistance may be provided, Modern Headquarters located in beautiful location.