Alternative Fund Services - Private Equity - Team Leader - Bangalore

As a Team Leader in the Alternative Fund Services - Private Equity and Real Estate Services Fund Administration team, you will be part of a group of passionate professionals working in the Alternative Fund Administration industry for a leading innovative bank. Your role will involve administering private equity funds and other alternative investment vehicles, including the preparation and review of financial statements and reports, as well as providing support for investor relations activities. You will oversee bookkeeping, reconciliation, fee calculations, financial statement preparation, investor reports, and process improvements. The ideal candidate for this position should possess a strong accounting background, exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. You should be adept at working with computers, have a quick aptitude for learning new software and systems, and be comfortable in a dynamic work environment. Your responsibilities will include performing daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting functions, booking and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and preparing and reviewing fund-level financial statements. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing investor capital calls and distributions notices, understanding fund agreements for reporting purposes, reviewing the work of team members, and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement. To excel in this role, you must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, ICWA, CA, MBA, or CPA, along with a minimum of 2 years of accounting experience in private equity or hedge fund accounting. Proficiency in Excel, attention to detail, innovative and analytical thinking, and excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. You should possess a collaborative attitude, demonstrate project completion abilities with minimal follow-up, and exhibit a superb sense of client service while maintaining professional skepticism and judgment. Preferred qualifications for this position include familiarity with various private equity legal and investment structures, knowledge of waterfall models, and experience using partnership accounting applications such as Investran. If you believe you have the necessary qualifications and skills to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply now and become a valuable member of our team.,