Senior Account Manager

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

Your role

As a Senior Accounting Manager, you will take a leadership role in the strategic oversight and delivery of accounting and financial reporting services across a portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for driving the overall performance of the Corporate Accounting function, leading and developing a team of Managers and accounting professionals, and serving as a senior escalation point for clients, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership. This role requires deep technical accounting expertise, a strategic mindset, and a proven ability to lead teams and drive operational excellence at scale.

Your responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and senior leadership of the full suite of U.S.-based Corporate Accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, vendor management, and expense processing, with expert-level U.S. GAAP knowledge
• Take ultimate accountability for the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all deliverables across multiple client portfolios
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Managers, Officers, and Senior Officers, setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and conducting performance reviews
• Define and drive team capacity planning, workload distribution, and resource allocation strategies to ensure consistent delivery targets are met across the function
• Champion a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous development
• Drive the career growth of team members through coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and identifying development opportunities at all levels
• Serve as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for internal and external stakeholders on all Corporate Accounting matters, including executive leadership
• Oversee NACHA file creation, submission, and electronic payment processing, ensuring full compliance with relevant standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead and own the continuous improvement agenda across processes, systems, and controls within the Corporate Accounting delivery function
• Take executive ownership of year-end reporting including audit preparation, footnotes, 1099 preparation, and regulatory documentation
• Manage and strengthen strategic vendor relationships and oversee the integrity of vendor approval matrices and payment processes
• Partner with and influence senior and executive leadership on strategic delivery initiatives, business transformation projects, and ad hoc priorities
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Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in an accounting or finance role, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity
• Expert-level technical knowledge of AP/AR, month-end/year-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Proven experience leading and developing teams of mangers and accounting professionals in high-volume fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational transformation at a function or organizational level
• Experience with NACHA files, electronic payment processing, and accounting systems
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills with a strong track record of developing talent and building high-performing teams
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Outstanding communication, influencing, and senior stakeholder management skills
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with accounting/ERP systems is essential

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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