Senior Accountant - Hedge Funds

Responsibilities

• Process portfolio activity and perform reconciliations to broker/custodian/counterpart and/or client;
• Process account activity, performance, and trial balance reporting for clients’ funds/accounts;
• Process investor allocations and fees according to fund governing documents;
• Communicate with clients, custodians, third parties, and various levels of management;
• Review of correspondence with client to address inquiries as needed;
• Maintain a controlled operating environment in conjunction with company’s internal controls;
• Indicate knowledge of investment vehicles commonly used by clients;
• Prepare/review moderate to complex incentive fee calculations and management fee calculations;
• Participates in client audit engagement;
• Assist in the development and training of new team members as required;
• Coordination and completion of special projects as directed by the client or as directed by management as assigned;
• Assist with new client onboarding;
• Indicate thorough comprehension of relevant fund documentation; and
• Review fund accountants’ funds and NAVs for accuracy and appropriate documentations.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5+ years’ (relevant) experience in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred;
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field;
• Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in Accounting or related field strongly preferred;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Hedge Tek or other partnership accounting software and HFPM or other portfolio accounting software a plus;
• Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning and problem-solving skills required;
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines.