Managing Director – CFO Support Services (Alternative Assets) - job 1 of 2

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.  We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. 

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.                                                 

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. 

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with multiple clients serving as the client lead 
• Embrace a team structure, and foster a positive work environment through collaboration and mentoring/training of team members 
• Lead teams to ensure accurate and timely completion of agreed to deliverables 
• Be readily available to advise clients on accounting principles/matters, performing research as needed 
• Evaluate current financial and accounting processes, propose improvements and coordinate implementation efforts 
• Perform client onboarding, using best practices to design and implement process flows, and properly align client expectations 
• Provide advisory services, including service provider recommendations, as needed 
• Assist with cash management and budgeting 
• Maintain books and records of management company entities in accordance with accounting policies adopted by management 
• Supervise review of the fund administrator’s reporting of net asset value (NAV) including accrual schedules, income allocation and investor statements 
• Oversee and provide guidance related to the recalculation of management and performance fees in accordance with fund documents 
• Review financial statements, as prepared by the administrator, and coordinate the annual audit process 
• Coordinate the annual tax process, ensure the on-time filing of all returns and K-1s and facilitate electronic payment of taxes owed 
• Manage the IQEQ billing process for book of business 
• Monitor client engagement economics, address inefficiencies within the team structure or current processes, and propose adjustments to client agreements as needed, including opportunities for expansion into other IQEQ segments 
• Supervise direct reports 
• Willingly assist department leadership in various capacities, including administrative duties and group training   
• Actively participate in, and potentially lead, department meetings and complete required trainings timely 

Successful candidates will have many, if not all, of the attributes below:   

• 15+ years of experience in alternative Investment Management industry (Hedge Fund, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Real Estate), in-house experience is a plus   
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting and CPA required 
• Deep experience in fund accounting and financial reporting 
• Superior management, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task   
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements 
• Well versed in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with QuickBooks, Bill.com, Expensify, NetSuite, Sage are a plus 

Salary based on experience and location ($150,000-$250,000) and full benefits package offered. 

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT 

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.  

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. 

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.  

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.  

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