Fund Accounting Manager- Private Equity
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Our client is seeking a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee a team of fund accountants, ensuring the delivery of top-tier open/ closed-end fund reporting within the private equity domain.
Responsibilities:Supervise a team of fund accountants to produce and deliver precise reportsOffer comprehensive accounting services involving the meticulous review and processing of transactions and various fund accounting outputs for dissemination to investors.Provide dedicated support to address queries from investors.Review the accuracy of the fund accounting team’s fee calculations in line with applicable fund terms, encompassing management fees, capital call amounts, distribution amounts, carried interest, and waterfall calculations.Scrutinize various statements and notifications, including investor capital calls and distribution notices.Generate ad-hoc reports and conduct analyses specific to funds and investors as required.Review the quarterly and annual financial reports of funds.Oversee Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) accounting.Assist clients in handling diverse reporting needs.Aid clients in addressing and resolving audit inquiries from external auditors during year-end audits.Assist in onboarding existing funds and launching new ones.Engage in both internal and external technological solutions to address complex reporting and data requirements.Participate in strategic planning to enhance processes and the team's overall performance.Gain exposure to and grasp the latest technology solutions in the asset servicing industry, aiming to drive automation.Fulfill additional duties as required.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related fieldCPA licensePublic accounting sector experience is requiredA minimum of 5 years of experience within the private equity sector or a blend of audit/fund administration and private equity funds expertise is highly preferred.Proficient in GAAP
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