Job Description
Alternative Fund Accounting Manager - Officer
Who we are looking for
A hands-on hedge fund manager who will be primarily responsible for the timely and accurate execution and dissemination of net asset valuations (NAVs) for our clients' accounts (funds).
Why this role is important to us
This is an excellent opportunity for any candidate as you will be working on an experienced team who will fully support you. Managing and maintaining our excellent client relationship is critical in our day-to-day service of them.
What you will be responsible for
As Our Fund Accounting Officer you will be responsible for the following:
- Product expertise on financial instruments such as equities, fixed income, futures options, Fx contracts and swaps.
- Cash and position reconciliation hands-on preparation and review experience.
- Pricing of portfolio preparation - ensuring the portfolio is accurately priced daily/monthly in adherence to the clients Price Source Agreement and Governing Docs.
- Preparation of Fund allocations with a background in various fund fee calculations.
- Preparation of End to End Hedge Fund NAV packs incorporating all aspects of the NAV calculation (our NAV role is not centralized by NAV function - all aspects of the NAV workflow are performed within our team).
- Booking of corporate actions.
- Preparation of Income distributions and ADL calculations.
- Preparation of all KPI and Board Reporting Packs.
- Assist in the annual audits working directly with audit firms to support their audit fieldwork.
- Manage workflow, ensuring procedures are up to date, providing training to strengthen technical skills, coupled with furthering the soft skills within your team.
- Work closely with our colleagues in each of our hub locations, reviewing the output from the fund accountants in those locations.
- Be able to professionally resolve the issues and provide help to colleagues, confidently and efficiently communicate with home site.
- Monitor the deliverables, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables; be able to flexibly arrange work among the team.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills and analysis skills to help build solutions.
- Initiative, self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
- Be a team player yet display a culture of individual ownership of tasks.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study.
- 5+ years of fund accounting experience with GL double entry expertise a strong preference.
- PC Skills - Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
- Preferred experience with Alternative Investment Asset Classes, complex fund structures and fee calculations desired.
- Preferred experience with Investran, ISS and Geneva applications.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize under pressure; adapt to work under given timeline.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Detail-oriented, owner's mindset, logical thinking, strong learning ability, sense of responsibility and teamwork are required.
- Good interpersonal skill and team spirit; effective communication, organizational and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, creative and efficient in finding solutions to complex, time-critical problems and strong analytical ability.
Why you should join us
- Generous holiday entitlements, including additional Birthday Day Off and Paid Volunteer Days.
- Supportive and encouraged hybrid work-life balance.
- Expansive inclusion, diversity and equity programme.
- Private medical insurance, health screenings, flu vaccinations and eye testing.
- Employee wellbeing and mental health support programme.
- Parental and caretaker support.
- Attractive pension plan.
- Life assurance and long-term disability support.
- Multiple local community volunteering opportunities.
- Profit sharing scheme.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Inclusion, diversity and equity is our company-wide effort strongly supported by our State Street Ireland senior management team, which recognizes unique talents of our employees to ensure that they feel engaged and valued.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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