Job Opportunity
Fund Accounting Supervisor
SEI Investments | Dublin, Ireland
Job Summary
Serve as main daily client operational contact for a number of PE clients. Fluency in English. Third Level Degree in Finance or related field. 5+ years experience in a Fund Administration role with 2+ of those working in a Private Equity role.
Details
SEI Investments is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions. The company’s innovative solutions help corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors, and affluent families create and manage wealth. SEI is a people focused organization which encourages and recognizes employee development as being a critical component in the provision of excellent client service. An open, collaborative and detail oriented environment underpins this business objective.
Position Description:
This Supervisory position is within the Private Equity Fund Administration unit of SEI. This individual will be required to work closely with other members of the Private Equity Team to help grow a dedicated Private Equity team in a high growth area of SEI. This individual will be responsible for interacting with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. Candidates must have a good understanding of Private Equity / Real Estate structures and related investment types and will ultimately be the main day to day contact for a number of Private Equity clients.
What You’ll Do:
* Serve as main daily client operational contact for a number of PE clients
* Develop relationships with all client contacts including investment professionals, investors, lawyers, auditors and banking personnel
* Supervise staff accountants on systems, processing, procedures and job responsibilities
* Train, coach and mentor new employees, develop and motivate staff within their team
* Provide input and feedback regarding employees’ ongoing performance / development / performance appraisals
* Review and approve work performed by fund accountants / analysts
* Review or prepare quarterly Management accounts for each structure
* Review or prepare capital call and distribution calculations and notices
* Review or prepare Investors Capital Statements and relevant calculations
* Understand, prepare and review waterfall calculations
* Coordinate annual fund audits
* Problem, error and query resolution on a timely basis (with documentation)
* Meet all reporting deliverables
* Enforce adherence to department procedures, service standards and specified deadlines
* Idea generation and ongoing assessment and improvement of operational service model
* Maintain a good working relationship with external clients as well as with internal relationship managers and other business units within SEI
* Assist in the development and implementation of departmental procedures
* Carry out all duties assigned to your role under the Company’s Safety Statement, to ensure Health, Safety and Well being for all employees for whom you have responsibility
* Work on Projects / Ad-hoc tasks as required
What You Bring to the Table:
* At least 5 years experience in a Fund Administration role with at least 2 of those working in a Private Equity role
* Experience in working on a Private Equity accounting system, preferably Investran
* Strong knowledge of Private Equity structures, regulatory requirements and waterfall calculations
* Experience in reviewing Limited Partnership Agreements and OM’s
* Experience in supervisory skills and/or coaching / mentoring
* Strong oral, written communication and presentation skills
* Strong Coordination and Relationship Management skills
* Fluency in English (both verbal and written) essential
* Strong organizational and administrative skills
* Take initiative and ownership of assigned responsibilities
* Positive ‘can do’ attitude with excellent problem solving skills
Attributes We Value:
* Third Level Degree in Finance or related field
* ACCA qualified preferable but not essential
* Detail-oriented
* Team player
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
* Ability to multitask, prioritize work and manage time to maximize efficiency and to meet strict deadlines
* Flexible / Adaptable
* P.C. proficient
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- Min Education: BA/BS
- Min Experience: 5 years