Manager, Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies • Edina, MN

1d • $70,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Fund Accounting Manager leads a team responsible for providing accurate accounting and reporting services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment products. The role oversees financial reporting, reviews fund accountants’ work, and provides technical expertise. It also involves mentoring and developing team members, collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders, responding to requests from portfolio managers and auditors, and driving projects and process improvements to support operational excellence and client service.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years of financial markets accounting experience.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Strong dispute-resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize work to meet deadlines despite frequent interruptions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with internal control processes.
• Demonstrated customer-service and continuous-improvement focus.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing, coaching, developing, and motivating team members.
• Ability to work in a changing, fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Knowledge of financial markets securities.
• Knowledge, experience, and skills using PC-based systems, including MS Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hedge fund and private equity accounting.
• Working knowledge of TNR, Investran, Geneva, and Geneva World Investor.
• CMA, CPA, or CFA Level 1.

Responsibilities

• Manage professional and clerical staff engaged in fund accounting activities.
• Provide fund accounting services for hedge funds, private equity funds, and other fund products.
• Ensure accurate fund performance reporting to clients, including profit and loss reporting and month-end NAVs.
• Review fund accountants’ work and provide technical expertise, including for daily and monthly profit and loss reporting, monthly balance sheet reviews, monthly NAV packs, and valuation.
• Provide leadership, training, and coaching to fund accountants.
• Respond to requests from portfolio managers, auditors, and Global Fund Services management.
• Participate in projects and process improvements.

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 eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and/or equity awards, such as restricted stock units or stock options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager