Alternative Ops Fund Accounting, Senior Associate

Who we are looking for Fund Administration, Senior Associates interact with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. Therefore, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments. Fund Administration Senior Associates are responsible to direct the day-to-day accounting and administration for several client sponsored investment funds. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for Validate and review all daily activity while maintaining all required controls Calculate and process fund activities, e.g. support the production of NAV, SEC yields, distributions, corporate actions, etc. and prepare proofs as needed Support the review and validation of data as needed, e.g. fund NAV, as well as distribute information to Shared Services and Client Operations teams Research and resolve exceptions and issues Receive and resolve inquiries in a timely and accurate manner and communicate effectively with client when necessary Define and ensure successful completion of ad-hoc requests Escalate unresolved issues to management as required Reconcile and resolve discrepancies with other teams as needed Ensure appropriate records of daily and monthly activities are kept Perform daily or weekly reporting functions for the team’s activities Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures Keep up to date on broader internal/external business issues; apply knowledge across team Assist management in the implementation of new policies and procedures, participate in projects Assist with workflow management and technology enhancements, make suggestions to streamline operations Maintain knowledge of current alternative procedures and processes Support training of new hires as necessary During the course of normal day to day operations, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or elevate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures Perform duties of Associates and provide back-up management support if required Perform other duties as assigned What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments. Education & Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum 3 years of experience in the financial services industry preferably within a hedge fund accounting role Complex allocation knowledge required Advent Geneva experience required Demonstrate an understanding of fund level profit & loss characteristics and its implications on investor allocations for various complex fund structures. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook & Excel in required Strong interpersonal skills, highly effective communication and organization skills Ability to thrive and function in a deadline driven environment Ability to understand and troubleshoot complex fund accounting problems and use analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manner Salary Range: $52,000 - $94,120 Annual The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ. Equal Opportunity Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr State Street