Charter Private Equity Fund Accounting – Intermediate (Course Description)Charter Private Equity Fund Accounting – Intermediate is a practical, industry-focused course designed to help learners understand how Private Equity funds work from fundraising to final distributions. The course focuses on real-world fund accounting concepts, not just theory, making it suitable for both learners and working professionals.You will start with an overview of the Private Equity market and its future outlook, followed by a clear explanation of what Private Equity is and who can invest. The course then covers fundraising processes, including commitments, closings, and capital calls, along with key PE concepts such as J-curve, management fees, incentive fees, equalization, dry powder, and clawback.A major part of the course is dedicated to Private Equity fund accounting, where you will learn GL setup, journal entries, expenses, NAV calculation, and financial statements. You will also gain hands-on understanding of waterfall models, callable distributions, and PE fee structures through practical examples.The course concludes with valuation concepts and final accounting simulations, helping you connect accounting, reporting, and valuations in one complete workflow.This course is ideal for fund accountants, finance professionals, and students aiming to build a career in Private Equity and Alternative Investments.
What you'll learn
understand private equity market dynamics
learn about fundraising processes and capital calls
grasp fund accounting principles including GL setup and journal entries
calculate net asset values (NAV) and prepare financial statements
apply waterfall models and understand fee structures
Course objectives
to provide a comprehensive overview of private equity fund operations
to deepen understanding of key accounting practices in private equity
to equip learners with hands-on experience in accounting simulations