Senior Fund Accountant - NA

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  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for private equity funds in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
• Calculate and record management fees, carried interest, and performance allocations
• Manage capital calls and distributions to limited partners
• Reconcile bank accounts, investment positions, and partner capital accounts
• Prepare investor capital statements and maintain detailed investor records

Investment Accounting:

• Record and maintain portfolio company investments at fair value
• Track acquisition costs, follow-on investments, and realized/unrealized gains and losses
• Coordinate with valuation teams for quarterly portfolio valuations
• Process investment transactions including purchases, sales, and dividend income

Financial Operations:

• Oversee fund cash management and forecasting
• Process expense allocations across multiple fund entities
• Manage inter-company transactions and fund-level expenses
• Ensure compliance with partnership agreements and fund governing documents

YOUR PROFILE:

• You are degree level educated in a relevant area such Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• You may have some existing relevant experience in the fields of fund administration, audit or fiduciary services
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Private Equity with 2+ years of experience in reviewing PE Funds, Preparing Financial Statements, worked on Waterfalls, Management Fees, Accrual, NAV Calculations, Cap Calls, Distributions
• You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, and accounting.
• A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products, experience of closed ended funds in the real estate private equity or debt space will be considered as an asset.
• You have necessary understanding of securities commonly encountered in the fund industry, including equities, bonds, contract for difference, options, and futures, and the ability to account for these securities. You possess team spirit, a capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction (when appropriate).

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 

Equity in every sense of the word:

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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