Our Client, an elite Asset Manager, is looking for a Manager, Fund Accounting, to join their growing team

Responsibilities
 
The Manager, Closed-end Fund Accounting, Power Opportunities will be responsible for maintaining the books and records for various private partnerships and accounts, as well as reporting to Our Client and the portfolio group.

Responsibilities will include: Preparing and maintaining the books and records of pooled private investment funds organized as limited partnerships and/or separate accounts; Accounting for and reconciliation of cash, investments and real property; Recording and reconciling of purchase and sale transactions; Accounting for complex corporate actions; Estimating and posting of monthly closing accruals; Calculating income and expense allocations to each partner, including updating the distribution waterfall based on the terms of the governing documents; Determining and preparing distributions and draw-downs; Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to Our Client; Analyzing and calculating performance metrics for partnerships/accounts as well as for each investment; Coordinating with funds’ independent auditors, custodians, prime brokers, and fund administrators; Performing other tasks as required.

Qualifications
Minimum 5-7 years relevant accounting or audit experience within Big Four public accounting or a mix of public accounting and investment management industry experience; Strong knowledge of reconciliation and account analysis; Excellent understanding of accounting and the ability to apply relevant investment company accounting rules; Solid analytical skills and ability to understand and resolve complex problems; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Experience with SQL and Power BI a plus.

Personal Attributes
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and an excellent work ethic; Great organizational skills and the ability to handle complicated work efficiently and effectively; Takes initiative to ask questions and detect problems; Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively both individually and as a team; Ability to understand and resolve complex problems.

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA a plus.