Private Equity Fund Accounting & Administration, Assistant Vice President (Open)

State Street; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Insurance coverage

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive compensation

Tax-advantaged savings plans

Job summary

State Street is seeking an Assistant Vice President in Private Equity Fund Accounting to lead day-to-day accounting and administration for client-sponsored investment funds. You will supervise staff, manage client deadlines, and maintain strong client relationships within the Private Equity Fund Services group of IFS.

Ideal candidates have a college degree and 7+ years of accounting experience, including supervisory roles, with private equity exposure.

Qualifications

• College degree in business, finance, math or economics; accounting concentration a plus.
• 7+ years accounting experience with 3–4 years supervisory experience.
• Private equity accounting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff and direct internal workflow.
• Manage client relationships and fund investor communications.
• Review financial work papers, capital calls and distributions.
• Coordinate annual audit and tax return preparation with external firms.
• Identify unusual or suspicious activity and escalate per policy.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Accounting

Supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Investran

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

This managerial position is within the Private Equity Fund Administration Services Business Unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group. The Assistant Vice President - Private Equity Fund Accounting interacts with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. Therefore, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The Private Equity Fund Services group is a growing, dynamic business unit within the Alternative Investment division. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical investment accounting knowledge, initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously direct multiple tasks. The position is responsible for maintaining direct client relationships and the day-to-day accounting and administration for several client sponsored investment funds.

This managerial position is within the Private Equity Fund Administration Services Business Unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group. The Assistant Vice President - Private Equity Fund Accounting interacts with all levels of professionals both internally and externally. Therefore, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The Private Equity Fund Services group is a growing, dynamic business unit within the Alternative Investment division. Candidates must demonstrate strong technical investment accounting knowledge, initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously direct multiple tasks. The position is responsible for maintaining direct client relationships and the day-to-day accounting and administration for several client sponsored investment funds.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of International Fund Services (IFS), acquired by State Street in July 2002. IFS, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors. Join us if making your mark in the alternative investment industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What You Will Be Responsible For

As a Private Equity Fund Accounting & Administration, Assistant Vice President you will:

• Supervise all subordinate staff (including Associate 1, Associate 2, Officer, Senior Assoc. and/or Senior Staff).
• Manage internal workflow and client deadlines.
• Manage client relationships with both client personnel and fund investors.
• Review quarterly and annual financial work paper packages including portfolio schedules, accruals and partner capital allocations.
• Review and/or preparation of capital calls and distributions, including notices and release merged documents.
• Review periodic bank and cash reconciliations and post journal entries.
• Review quarterly management fee calculations.
• Review and/or preparation of various client related correspondence.
• During the course of normal day to day operation, 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.
• Work with database team regarding client deliverables such as financial statements, capital calls and distribution notices.
• Coordination of annual audit and tax return preparation with external accounting firms.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates must have an a college degree (business, mathematics, finance or economics preferred, accounting concentration a plus) and at least 7 years of accounting experience, including 3 to 4 years of supervisory experience.>
• Specific experience in the private equity industry is a plus
• CPA is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with Investran or other partnership accounting applications is a plus.

Salary Range

$90,000 - $157,500 Annual

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

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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.

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Job ID: R-785640