VP, PEP/SLS Fund Accounting, PFS

About this role HPS Investment Partners, a part of BlackRock, is a leading global, credit-focused alternative investment manager that seeks to provide creative capital solutions and generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for our clients. We manage various strategies across the capital structure, including privately negotiated senior debt; privately negotiated junior capital solutions in debt, preferred and equity formats; liquid credit including syndicated leveraged loans, collateralized loan obligations and high yield bonds; asset-based finance and real estate. The scale and breadth of our platform offers the flexibility to invest in companies large and small, through standard or customized solutions. At our core, we share a common thread of intellectual rigor and discipline that enables us to create value for our clients. On July 1, 2025, BlackRock acquired the business and assets of HPS, with 100% of consideration paid in BlackRock equity (the “HPS/BlackRock Transaction”). The HPS/BlackRock Transaction brings together BlackRock’s corporate and asset owner relationships with HPS’s diversified origination and capital flexibility. BlackRock and HPS have formed a new private financing solutions business unit (“PFS”) led by Scott Kapnick, Scot French, and Michael Patterson, creating an integrated franchise with approximately $370 billion in client assets, including $205 billion of private credit assets. This combined platform, which has more than 590 investment professionals and approximately 1,300 employees globally, offers broad capabilities across senior and junior credit solutions, asset-based finance, real estate, CLOs and GP-LP solutions. Position Description                                                                        As a Vice President within the LP/GP solutions Accounting team, you will serve as a senior leader responsible for overseeing the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the funds' books and records across a portfolio of complex private equity structures. You will lead the review and reconciliation of fund accounting deliverables, act as a key point of escalation for operational and technical accounting matters, and drive process improvements across the team's workflows. This role goes beyond execution — you will mentor and develop junior team members, build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (portfolio managers, tax, legal, compliance, investor relations) and external partners (fund administrators, auditors), and contribute to the strategic evolution of the team's operating model. You will be expected to exercise sound judgment, proactively identify risks, and champion a best-in-class control environment. Key Responsibilities Review monthly and quarterly NAV packages. Review trade activity, income and expenses, for accuracy. Prepare and review investor capital call and distribution notices. Review allocations of fund-level profits and losses to investors and support the preparation and distribution of ILPA‑compliant investor statements in accordance with fund legal documents. Review and recalculate performance metrics such as DPI, MOIC, TVPI and IRR Review management fee and carried interest calculations. Oversee fund expense analyses and coordinate expense processing. Review of quarterly and annual U.S. GAAP (or equivalent) financial statements and regulatory filings. Review key fund legal documents, including Limited Partnership Agreements, Private Placement Memorandums, Side Letters, and Credit Facility Agreements. Lead the setup and onboarding of new funds and entities, working closely with administrators and internal partners to ensure seamless operational integration. Coordinate and communicate with internal teams, clients, auditors, and other external stakeholders to support reporting, audits, and operational processes. Candidate Profile Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance 7–10 years of combined fund accounting experience within Private Equity and Secondary markets Big four public accounting experience is a plus Demonstrated experience providing senior-level review of NAV packages, financial statements, capital activity, and complex fee/waterfall calculations Thorough knowledge of internal controls and a proven ability to maintain a best-in-class control environment Experience coordinating with external auditors and managing audit/tax engagements to completion Strong verbal and written communication skills. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (or equivalent is a plus Positive attitude and willingness to continuously learn. Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Ability to consistently be attentive to detail while meeting critical deadlines and handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong organizational skills. Thorough knowledge of internal controls Ability to work with large volumes of data and maintain high levels of accuracy MS Office, eFront, Investran, Python For Princeton, NJ Only the salary range for this position is USD$127,500.00 - USD$184,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at