Associate Manager, Private Markets Accounting
About The Position
SS&C is hiring an Associate Manager, Private Markets Accounting to support fund accounting operations in a hybrid role in New York City. The position owns key deliverables such as NAV calculations and financial reporting, contributes to operational excellence, and builds strong client relationships while collaborating across teams. The role offers exposure to industry experts, modern platforms, evolving technologies, and complex financial operations. The Associate Manager assists with preparing and reviewing NAV calculations, accounting records, financial statements, investor reports, and other client reporting. The role serves as a primary point of contact for client inquiries, supports onboarding of clients and funds, works with internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes, helps implement departmental best practices, maintains adherence to controls and procedures, and supports external audits. The expected base salary in New York is $70,000 to $135,000 USD. Employees may also be considered annually for a discretionary bonus and/or equity awards based on individual and business performance. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in fund accounting.
- Strong understanding of investment vehicles such as private equity, fund of funds, and mutual funds.
- Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Proficiency in fund accounting software, such as Advent Geneva, Sungard Investran, or SS&C HiPortfolio, and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or CFA designation.
- At least 1 year of experience in a supervisory or team lead role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and/or reviewing daily, weekly, and monthly NAV calculations for assigned funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations and client agreements.
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and other accounting records.
- Prepare and review financial statements, investor reports, and other ad-hoc client reporting.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for client inquiries and maintain strong client relationships.
- Collaborate with operations, legal, compliance, and other internal teams to resolve issues and optimize processes.
- Participate in onboarding new clients and funds, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate setup.
- Assist with developing and implementing best practices and process improvements within the fund accounting department.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and procedures.
- Support audit requests and provide necessary documentation to external auditors.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
- Professional development reimbursement opportunity
- Potential discretionary annual bonus
- Potential equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
