Director of Fund Accounting #201598

, NY, United States

Director of Fund Accounting #201598

Job Description

The Director of Fund Accounting position is hybrid remote, requiring 1-2 days in office and 2-3 days working remote. This position is with a top-tier Fortune 100 level company. This position pays between $170 - 200K + 20% target bonus. The company offers an outstanding corporate culture with lots of room for career advancement and an exceptional work life balance. The position will be based out of the New York City, NY area.

Essential duties and responsibilities; Financial Statement & Budgets:

Reviews fund financial statements and provide strategic insights, analysis, and comments. Reviews the work of Senior Fund Controllers or Directors. Manages portfolio budgets, forecasts, and reports for clients/investors.

Monitors Financial Performance:

Monitors financial performance of client assigned (i.e. profitability) and provides a forward-looking view and strategic advice to management team. May compile and analyze detailed data where required. Serves as a liaison between the different parties and strategically builds relationships with key stakeholders.

Treasury Function:

Manages the treasury/ cash management services for Clients.

New Business Participation & Structuring:

Develops responses to RFPs and attends and participates in sales pitches to present accounting solutions in pursuit of new fund-level business. May prepare and deliver financial presentations to the client's senior management. Manages capital request and budgeting progress, reviewing new contracts and business opportunities. Manages financial transactions related to new business proposals. May oversee multiple and complex deals. Oversees fund structuring (setting-up/maintaining), joint venture structuring, and underlying inquiries, subscriptions, and redemptions terms and conditions.

Customer Service:

Troubleshoots escalated issues and ensures that internal and external customer requests are handled timely, accurately, and focused on customer service. Creates a positive customer experience by opening and maintaining constructive and reliable lines of communication. Reviews items being handled by junior team members.

Transitions:

Works with other internal teams in handling special requirements as defined in the Management Agreement and scope of services in the Financial Services Agreement.

Special Projects:

Works with other internal teams in managing special requirements or projects. Researches and remains current with changing business climate and applicable state and federal regulations related to fund accounting practices.

Other Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages the planning, organization, and controls for a large group of accounting professionals within the fund accounting client servicing team. May be responsible for a mix of direct and matrix reports. Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval. Monitors appropriate staffing levels and reports on utilization and deployment of human resources within own area. Leads and supports staff in areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention.

Job requirements

Degree from a four-year college or university program with an emphasis in accounting, finance, or related field required.

A minimum of 12 years of accounting experience or 15+ years equivalent combination of education and experience required. Requires prior management experience.

Very strong knowledge of financial terms and principles. Reviews complex financial/business analyses and reports prepared by subordinates. Ability to analyze the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures.

Strong technical fund accounting and financial skills as well as having a comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles using a distinctive style. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, and management.

Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take the desired action.

Ability to solve complex problems and deals with a variety of options in complex situations.

Very strong economics, math, and analytical skills and ability to apply them strategically and in the pursuit of diverse situations. Knowledge of real estate terms, definitions, and real estate analytical methodology. Knowledge of Company financial systems as well as internal and external information sources. Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products).

Ability to work in multiple accounting software applications. Ability to trave

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genesis Management Consulting Global is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. As a company we promote and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all regardless of the persons gender, race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, Veteran status, or gender identity. If you have special needs or a disability which requires our accommodation, please make us aware when applying.

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