Who we are looking for:
This is the entry level position within the Private Equity Fund Administration Business Unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group. Under direct supervision the Fund Administrator Associate 1 provides assistance with certain portions of the expense compliance and reporting functions to support the fund administration role. Fund Administrators interact with all levels of internal personnel but will have no contact with external clients or client contacts. Fund Administrators handle the day-to-day administration accounting and accounting related processes for one or more 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 Fund Accountant Associate 1 you will:
Compilation maintenance and reconciliation of fund and investor static data
Performing regulatory checks on investors
Preparation of periodic cash or other bank reconciliations for all fund entities
Accounts payable distribution and investment funding processing
Reconciliation and preparation of capital call details
Preparation and input of general ledger journal entries
Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting work paper packages including portfolio investment schedules and accrual work papers
Preparation of work papers in support of annual tax filings
Maintaining electronic and hard copy client files on a daily basis and archiving as necessary
Preparation of various client related correspondence including audit confirmations and investor requests as applicable
Participation in special client or internal projects as required
What we value:
This position is a unique opportunity for a suitable candidate to gain exposure to large multi-class, multi-manager, multi-currency portfolios that invest in a variety of instruments including derivatives and as a result, the pricing of these positions, reconciliations, corporate actions and dividends.
Education & Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics related field; accounting background is preferred;
With related work experiences is preferred;
Familiar with accounting system is preferred;
Detail-oriented, strong learning ability, sense of responsibility and team work are required;
Strong time management skills with the ability to priorities under pressure; adapt to work under given timeline; confident to work in English environment;
Good communication skill with team members and home site.
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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