Manager, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies; Jacksonville (FL); Presencial; USD 130.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SS&C Technologies in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Manager, Fund Accounting to lead a team delivering comprehensive fund administration for alternative investments. You will oversee accounting and reporting for private equity, hedge funds, and real estate funds, while driving accuracy and client satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in fund accounting with 3+ years in leadership, strong GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and proficiency with Advent Geneva, PFS-PAXUS, Investran, and Excel. CPA is a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years in fund accounting with at least 3 years in leadership roles, within alt investments.
• Deep knowledge of alternative investment structures and related GAAP/IFRS applications.
• Proven ability to manage and develop accounting professionals.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client interaction.
• Proficiency in fund accounting software and MS Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting for portfolios of alt funds.
• Manage a team of fund accountants including coaching and development.
• Review and approve complex journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
• Ensure timely financial statements, investor reports, and regulatory filings.
• Lead client communication and relationship management as primary contact.
• Collaborate with operations, compliance, and technology to enhance service delivery.
• Develop and implement best practices and controls in fund accounting processes.
• Stay current with industry trends, ASC 946, and regulatory changes.
• Participate in onboarding and due diligence for new clients.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation (preferred)

Herramientas

Advent Geneva

PFS-PAXUS

Investran

Excel

Descripción del empleo

As a Manager, Fund Accounting, you will lead and manage a team responsible for delivering comprehensive fund administration services to our alternative investment clients. This role requires a strong understanding of complex fund structures, private equity, hedge fund, and/or real estate accounting principles, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Why Join SS&C

SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industry expertise to support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, and operate solutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.

You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Oversee the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting and reporting processes for a portfolio of alternative investment funds, including private equity, hedge funds, and/or real estate funds.
• Manage a team of fund accountants, including performance management, training, and development.
• Review and approve complex journal entries, capital calls, distributions, and investor allocations.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, investor reports, and regulatory filings.
• Lead client communication and relationship management, acting as a primary point of contact for complex accounting inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance, technology) to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement best practices for fund accounting processes and controls.
• Stay current with industry trends, accounting pronouncements (e.g., ASC 946), and regulatory changes impacting alternative investments.
• Participate in new client onboarding and due diligence processes.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in fund accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role, specifically within alternative investments (private equity, hedge funds, real estate funds).
• In-depth knowledge of various alternative investment structures and their associated accounting complexities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, particularly as applied to investment companies.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in fund accounting software (e.g., Advent Geneva, PFS-PAXUS, Investran) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

What Sets You Apart

• CPA designation is a plus.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

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