VP

Ultimus Fund Solutions•Boston, MA

About The Position

The VP, Hedge Fund Team, is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of client Funds and communicate directly with the General Partners of the Funds. This position will require regular interaction with Hedge Fund clients, team members and management. This position requires a mastery of complex hedge fund/private equity accounting skills, the ability to oversee the complete financial reporting and capital call/distribution process and direct oversight of associates.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information;
Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients’ business and maintain strong client relationships;
Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties;
Preferred experience with budgeting, allocations, capacity and gross profit files;
Demonstrated networking ability with potential and/or current clients;
Ability to train and retain Senior Management and oversee several teams with various client profiles;
Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed;
Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems;
Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training and assistance as needed;
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting;
Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities.
10 + years’ (relevant) experience in Hedge funds, PE, Accounting or related field;
10 + years’ supervisory experience in the following: performance management (including coaching, progressive discipline, performance review delivery etc.), training, talent acquisition and retention;
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field;
Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning and problem-solving skills required;
Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients and;
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in Accounting or related field strongly preferred;
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred;
Experience in forecasting and budgeting during an accelerated growth period;
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus;

Responsibilities

Proven ability to develop strong relationships on a global level (i.e. Executive, HR, Recruitment and Finance);
Strong management skills over fund team operations, ensuring the work quality and overall client satisfaction is high;
Assist in business development and marketing efforts including conferences, marketing calls and marketing meetings;
Oversight in company-wide technical training initiatives and a demonstrated ability fund accounting concepts at a high-level required;
Partner with Business Development on additional work for existing contracts or on new pricing contracts and proactively provide suggestions on client pricing when applicable;
Advise on high-level fund accounting concepts (i.e., complex waterfall structures);
Perform high-level client check-ins to ensure high client satisfaction;
Provide guidance and advisory on high-level employee relations issues, staffing, performance management, etc., partnering with Human Resources;
Ability to multi-task between different tasks and internal demands throughout the day;
Responsible for identifying and implementing “Best Practices” across the operations team;
Act as subject matter experts on prospective client calls, partnering with our Business Development Team;
Drive implementation of new policies, procedures, technology and overall initiatives;
Responsibility for oversight of internally developed budget model, including capacity and gross profit; and
Provide supervision, guidance and coaching to the Senior Management and teams as needed.