Service Delivery Center, EY Comply, BSG Geneva - Manager

EY•Philadelphia, PA

37d•$83,000 - $189,600

About The Position

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Banking and Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management, Insurance, and Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team! As a Manager, you will work in one of our Service Delivery Centers that is made up of high-performing US-based resources, who work closely with our experienced client serving professionals, to deliver project-based work and managed services to our US-based Financial Services clients. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve the most complex challenges in the financial services industry, come join our dynamic FSO team! The Opportunity You will play a key role in defining and reviewing how Private Equity, Private Credit, and Real Estate Fund advisors meet regulatory, tax, and financial statement reporting requirements, using our new, proprietary EY-developed technology platform. EY’s Accounting and Administration platform brings investment risk, transactional, and holdings data into a single platform for workflow management, transparency, and accountability. Top tier fund managers are using the EY platform to lower their reporting costs and streamline their fund accounting and fund financial reporting processes. Join our team and assist leading fund advisors to address their most complex reporting and technology challenges. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Fund Administration Manager to join our Private Credit platform. This role will be responsible for managing client deliverables, overseeing daily fund administration activities, and serving as a subject matter expert for Geneva within a Private Credit Fund environment. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on system expertise and proven leadership capabilities.

Requirements

Deep technical accounting knowledge for Private Credit instruments.
Advanced Geneva reporting and configuration expertise, demonstrating the ability to leverage Geneva’s capabilities effectively within EY’s operational framework.
Solid understanding of Private Credit Fund operations and the broader asset management industry.
Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills. Has the ability to develop relationships with team members across multiple geographic locations and time zones.
Highly detail-oriented, with a keen eye for precision, ensuring that all aspects of data management and reporting are meticulously addressed
Client-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Can deliver client requirements in a regulatory driven environment, process improvements, and understand operationally complex fund accounting principles.
Demonstrates advanced proficiency in Excel.
An understanding of administrative processes and ability to execute detailed procedures based on written policies and procedures.
A solid understanding of the Geneva Accounting Platform including direct experience working within Geneva for Private Credit funds.
At least 5 years of work experience in fund accounting operations for Private Credit Funds.
Working knowledge of common and complex alternative fund structures and related understanding of how fund setups impact accounting operations.
A bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or related discipline.
Analytical skills, especially those related to fund accounting and asset management.
Strong proven communication skills demonstrated through effective writing and presentations to clients and internal stakeholders.
Effective leadership, project management, and organizational skills.
An understanding of financial products and services, including those related to depository institutions, asset management, securities, financial technology, Private Credit.
An interest in working in an environment which encourages continuous learning, development and identification of opportunities for improvement of individual and team performance.
A willingness to travel on an exception basis for client needs.

Nice To Haves

CPA
Experience with software tools including document management systems, workflow systems, or other accounting software (e.g. Investran, Yardi)
Experience in fund financial reporting

Responsibilities

Oversee end-to-end fund administration for Private Credit Funds, including direct lending, mezzanine, and other credit strategies
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of NAVs, capital account statements, investor reporting, and financial statements
Act as a primary client contact, managing relationships with investment managers, investors, auditors, and other service providers
Review complex transactions including loan funding, repayments, restructurings, PIK interest, accruals, and fee calculations
Participate in activities needed to record data related to fund events, including fund launches, liquidations, and pipeline monitoring.
Serve as a Geneva subject matter expert for Private Credit products
Oversee trade capture, cash activity, valuations, income recognition, and period-end close processes in Geneva
Partner with internal technology and data teams on system enhancements, upgrades, and new fund onboardings
Troubleshoot and resolve Geneva-related issues, ensuring data integrity and proper accounting treatment
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of fund accountants and senior accountants
Review the work of other team members with diverse backgrounds to ensure accuracy and completion according to regulatory reporting policies and procedures.
Support staffing, workflow management, and performance evaluations
Drive operational efficiencies and process standardization across Private Credit funds
Ensure compliance with internal policies, client agreements, and regulatory requirements
Support internal and external audits, including preparation of supporting schedules and responses to inquiries
Bring strong attention to detail, problem solving and critical thinking to ensure work is complete and accurate and escalate issues to leadership when appropriate.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.
You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
The opportunity to develop management responsibilities among a portfolio of talent within a designated service line
A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world
Excellent training and development prospects, both through established programs and on-the-job training
An excellent team of senior colleagues, dedicated to managing and varying your workload