VP Fund Accounting
ABOUT SS&C TECHNOLOGIES:
Headquartered in Windsor, CT and with offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, SS&C, a GROWING leader provides the global financial services industry with a broad range of highly specialized software, business process outsourcing (BPO) services and application service provider (ASP) solutions. We deliver mission-critical processing for information management, analysis, trading, accounting, reporting and compliance.
As a business unit of SS&C Technologies, SS&C Conifer Financial Services is a leading independent asset services firm offering front-to-back capabilities across all asset classes to hedge funds, private equity and venture capital managers, pensions, endowments, foundations, family offices, RIAs and traditional asset managers. Services include Fund Administration, Tax and Middle and Back Office services. SS&C Conifer Financial Services has over 200 clients worldwide representing more than $110 billion of combined assets under administration (AUA). Primary location is in San Francisco, with offices in Jersey City, Singapore, and Nova Scotia.
Position Overview:
The Vice President, Fund Accounting will manage a team of analysts, associates and managers who provide accounting, portfolio accounting, performance measurement and client service support to hedge funds, private equity and venture capital managers, fund of funds, BDC's pensions, endowments, foundations, and family offices. There will be reporting requirement to both the managers/clients and directly to their clients/investors.
The department processes subscriptions and redemptions, and reports results monthly, quarterly, and annually. Fund accounting is responsible for the preparation of monthly valuation packages and performance reporting, as well as annual financial statements. The department also acts as liaison to the fund auditors, preparing reconciliations and responding to information requests.
Responsibilities:
Managing and monitoring the timing and quality of client deliverables
Providing technical accounting/industry knowledge to our clients
Establishing a plan for new client setups and transitions
Coordinating, managing, and monitoring the external audit processes
Reviewing daily transactions, reconciliations, and postings
Reviewing of limited partner and general partner allocations
Reviewing client financial statements, partner capital statements and other required financial reporting
Coordinating overall work plan for accounting staff, which includes managing and monitoring work in progress
Reviewing all work product prepared by accounting staff including monitoring and pricing of P&L and NAVs
Providing on-the-job coaching, training and leadership as necessary to the accounting team
Contributing to internal project initiatives regarding new product development, testing and implementation
Portfolio reconciliation, partnership accounting, periodic performance reporting and fund accounting for management and incentive fees
Responsible for oversight and review of work performed by the fund accountants and senior fund accountants
Review and sign off on Month End or Quarter End NAV Packages and Performance Reports
Ensure accuracy and timely distribution of the valuation package to all clients
Preparation of supporting calculations for client billing
Additional responsibilities include training and scheduling of accountants, coordination of valuation issues, monitoring procedures and controls and prompt resolution of all issues
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum 5 years' experience in Hedge Fund Administration or in related Financial Services Operation
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting including the preparation of financial statements
Strong understanding of derivatives and portfolio accounting
Experience with Advent Geneva and income allocation software a plus
Advanced Excel and Word skills
Strong interpersonal skills, attention to accuracy and a positive attitude
Qualified Accountant (C.P.A., C.A. etc.) is a plus
SS&C OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING HEALTH, DENTAL, 401K PLAN, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PLAN, CASUAL DRESS ENVIRONMENT
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and as such does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
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Headquartered in Windsor, CT and with offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, SS&C, a GROWING leader provides the global financial services industry with a broad range of highly specialized software, business process outsourcing (BPO) services and application service provider (ASP) solutions. We deliver mission-critical processing for information management, analysis, trading, accounting, reporting and compliance.
As a business unit of SS&C Technologies, SS&C Conifer Financial Services is a leading independent asset services firm offering front-to-back capabilities across all asset classes to hedge funds, private equity and venture capital managers, pensions, endowments, foundations, family offices, RIAs and traditional asset managers. Services include Fund Administration, Tax and Middle and Back Office services. SS&C Conifer Financial Services has over 200 clients worldwide representing more than $110 billion of combined assets under administration (AUA). Primary location is in San Francisco, with offices in Jersey City, Singapore, and Nova Scotia.
Position Overview:
The Vice President, Fund Accounting will manage a team of analysts, associates and managers who provide accounting, portfolio accounting, performance measurement and client service support to hedge funds, private equity and venture capital managers, fund of funds, BDC's pensions, endowments, foundations, and family offices. There will be reporting requirement to both the managers/clients and directly to their clients/investors.
The department processes subscriptions and redemptions, and reports results monthly, quarterly, and annually. Fund accounting is responsible for the preparation of monthly valuation packages and performance reporting, as well as annual financial statements. The department also acts as liaison to the fund auditors, preparing reconciliations and responding to information requests.
Responsibilities:
Managing and monitoring the timing and quality of client deliverables
Providing technical accounting/industry knowledge to our clients
Establishing a plan for new client setups and transitions
Coordinating, managing, and monitoring the external audit processes
Reviewing daily transactions, reconciliations, and postings
Reviewing of limited partner and general partner allocations
Reviewing client financial statements, partner capital statements and other required financial reporting
Coordinating overall work plan for accounting staff, which includes managing and monitoring work in progress
Reviewing all work product prepared by accounting staff including monitoring and pricing of P&L and NAVs
Providing on-the-job coaching, training and leadership as necessary to the accounting team
Contributing to internal project initiatives regarding new product development, testing and implementation
Portfolio reconciliation, partnership accounting, periodic performance reporting and fund accounting for management and incentive fees
Responsible for oversight and review of work performed by the fund accountants and senior fund accountants
Review and sign off on Month End or Quarter End NAV Packages and Performance Reports
Ensure accuracy and timely distribution of the valuation package to all clients
Preparation of supporting calculations for client billing
Additional responsibilities include training and scheduling of accountants, coordination of valuation issues, monitoring procedures and controls and prompt resolution of all issues
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum 5 years' experience in Hedge Fund Administration or in related Financial Services Operation
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting including the preparation of financial statements
Strong understanding of derivatives and portfolio accounting
Experience with Advent Geneva and income allocation software a plus
Advanced Excel and Word skills
Strong interpersonal skills, attention to accuracy and a positive attitude
Qualified Accountant (C.P.A., C.A. etc.) is a plus
SS&C OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING HEALTH, DENTAL, 401K PLAN, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PLAN, CASUAL DRESS ENVIRONMENT
SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and as such does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
#LI-MW1
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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