SS&C Technologies - Los Angeles, CA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Los Angeles, CA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Associate Manager, Hedge Fund / Private Markets Fund Accounting position at SS&C Technologies, Inc. is a pivotal role within the Private Markets Accounting team. This team is responsible for a wide array of business activities that support the management of private markets, including business development and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients. The role is designed for individuals who are looking to advance their careers in fund accounting while contributing to a dynamic and diverse work environment. In this position, you will be instrumental in supporting the development of team members by providing technical training and sharing your extensive knowledge of fund accounting. You will also be responsible for reviewing client deliverables, which include quarterly financial statements, investment data, partner capital allocations, fund net asset values, and applicable accrual bookings. As the primary liaison for your book of business, you will work closely with external parties such as auditors, law firms, and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial reporting. Your responsibilities will also include the preparation, review, and maintenance of general ledgers, sub ledgers, and trial balances for multiple fund clients, adhering to various accounting standards such as IFRS, US GAAP, and local GAAP. You will play a key role in the implementation, onboarding, and setup of new client entities, contributing to the development and implementation of effective processes that enhance overall operations. Additionally, you will be actively involved in planning, coordinating, and monitoring the quality and timing of various client deliverables, ensuring they meet the established operating memoranda and service level agreements (SLAs). Finally, you will be responsible for the aggregation, maintenance, and reconciliation of key business and client metrics, which are essential for informed decision-making and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

  • Support development of team members by providing technical training and sharing fund knowledge
  • Review client deliverables, including quarterly financial statements, investment data, partner's capital allocations, fund net asset value, and applicable accrual bookings
  • Act as the primary liaison for a book of business and work closely with external parties such as auditors, law firms, and tax advisors
  • Prepare, review, and maintain general ledgers, sub ledgers, and trial balances for multiple fund clients according to various accounting standards (IFRS/US GAAP/local GAAP)
  • Run and assist in the implementation, onboarding, and setup of new client entities
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of adequate and effective processes to improve overall operations
  • Plan, coordinate, and monitor the quality and timing of various client deliverables according to operating memoranda/SLAs
  • Aggregate, maintain, and reconcile key business and client metrics

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fund accounting or a similar role
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and standards (IFRS, US GAAP)
  • Experience with financial statement preparation and review
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in private equity or hedge fund accounting
  • Familiarity with tax compliance and reporting
  • Knowledge of financial modeling and analysis
  • Certifications such as CPA or CFA

Benefits

  • 401k Matching Program
  • Professional Development Reimbursement
  • Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental Leave
  • Discounts on fitness clubs, travel, and more
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