Job Description
SEI Investments is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions. This role is within the Private Equity and Alternative Fund Administration unit, where you will work closely with the team to grow the business in a high-growth area.
This Supervisory position requires interacting with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. You will be responsible for developing relationships with clients, supervising staff, and providing input on employee performance and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as main daily client operational contact for a number of Private Equity clients.
- Develop relationships with 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 the team.
- Provide input and feedback regarding employees' ongoing performance and development.
- Review and approve work performed by fund accountants and 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.
- 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 and 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.
Requirements:
- At least 4 years' experience in a Fund Administration role, with at least 2 years working in a Private Equity role.
- ACCA qualified, but not essential.
- 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.
- Fluency in English Language (both verbal and written) essential.
- Third Level Degree in Finance or related field (desirable).
Attributes We Value:
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and manage time to maximize efficiency and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Fluency in English Language (both verbal and written) essential.
- Individual who takes initiative and ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Positive 'can do' attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Team player who is flexible and adaptable.
Benefits:
Benefits include healthcare for yourself, your spouse, and any dependents under 18 years old. Pension Scheme, Life Assurance & Group Income Protection. Education Assistance, Sports Club Membership, Tax Saver Travel Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, 2 Paid Volunteer Days per year, Employee Share Participation Scheme, and Competitive Annual Leave Entitlement.