Fund Accountant- AIS Private Equity & Real Assets, Associate 1

State Street Corporation; Kraków; On-site; PLN 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Birthday day off

Gold medical package

Private pension plan

Well-being programs

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

State Street Corporation in Kraków is seeking an AIS PERA Fund Accountant to join our Private Equity and Real Assets fund accounting team. You will calculate net asset values, ensure prices are accurate, and deliver timely reporting to clients while acting as the point of contact for accounting support.

The role emphasizes initiative, collaboration with global partners, and development of team members. Strong numeracy, English language skills, and proficiency with spreadsheets are essential;

Qualifications

• Numeracy and basic literacy skills.
• Accuracy and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• PC literate with spreadsheets and word processing.
• Excellent written and spoken English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Calculate Net Asset Value accurately and on time.
• Reconcile trial balances with subsidiary ledgers and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare capital calls and notices to investors.
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and post journal entries.
• Prepare quarterly management fee calculations and waterfall allocations.
• Support training and development of team members and assist with projects.

Skills

Numeracy

Accuracy

PC literacy

English proficiency

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Who we are looking for

As an AIS PERA Fund Accountant you will be a part of our team responsible for reporting for our Private Equity or Real Assets fund clients. You will be responsible for calculating the net asset values of funds by processing daily accounting related functions, ensuring funds prices are accurate and delivered to the client in a timely fashion. We are looking for a committed candidate who will act as the central point of contact for all accounting support functions and analyze the information received thereby, ensuring any discrepancy is monitored and resolved professionally. The successful candidate will need to take initiative, exercise independent thinking, maintain an excellent and interactive relationship with team members, global business partners and, most importantly, our clients.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is in the Alternative Investment Solutions (AIS) department which is a part of State Street, the largest financial services provider in Poland. AIS is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting and fund administration services to hedge and private equity funds. PERA is the fastest growing sector of the funds industry with huge potential for additional client take-ons and expansion within existing clients into diverse assets classes such as Private Equity, Real Estate, Infrastructure and Hybrid models. We continue to see a steady stream of growth in scale and complexity across the client base. This is expected to continue long into the future as the industry grows and matures. Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one and servicing E2E clients is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

• Calculating Net Asset Value ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Comparing and confirming account balances per trial balance to account balances per subsidiary ledgers, researching any discrepancies
• Ensuring agreed timelines are adhered to
• Preparing capital call and distribution calculations and related notices to investors
• Preparing periodic bank and cash reconciliations and post journal entries
• Preparing quarterly management fee calculations
• Preparing waterfall calculations and capital account allocations
• Resolving review points highlighted by senior fund accountants and manager and ensure they are kept informed of progress
• Involvement in the training and development of other team members as necessary
• Taking responsibility for personal development and training.
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with internal clients and colleagues
• Participating in special client or internal projects as required
• Working with Manager to identify objectives at the start of each year and keep them up to date.

What we value

• Take Ownership and Initiative
• Ensure accuracy and quality
• Provide outstanding service
• Communicate Effectively
• Display Insight & Influence
• Foster Collaboration and Teamwork

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Numeracy / Literacy skills.
• Accuracy and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• PC literate and competent in use of spreadsheets and word processing.
• Basic understanding of fund administration would be useful but not essential.
• Excellent written and spoken English is a must

Salary

Minimum Salary: zł60,000 Annual. The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ. Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees. In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.

We Offer

• Permanent contract from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. 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. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement State Street's Speak Up Line Załącznik do standardu Whistleblowing i Speak Up SSBI GmbH dla Oddziału w Polsce Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. 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. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement