Overview This role will have the primary responsibility of reviewing the financial reporting analysis conducted for several private equity investment partnership clients. This individual will be responsible for understanding and applying current accounting principles and industry trends to the accounting and financial reporting of investment partnerships to support the financial and performance reporting of investment funds. Below is a partial list of responsibilities and necessary skills:
- Analyze financial statements and supporting schedules provided by Investment Managers to verify normalized data entered in portfolio reporting system
- Work closely with the fund accounting team to ensure data is available for reporting deadlines
- Validate data and tolerance breaks of data input/provided
- Provide data and analysis to client service teams as needed
- Review journal entries for incremental changes to the Partnerships within Fund records
- Maintain an understanding of the limited partnership agreement(s) and apply relevant terms to the financial reporting
Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
Strategic Focus
These responsibilities relate to long-term planning, innovation, and aligning with organizational goals:
- Thought Leadership and Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation/process improvements and implement changes to enhance team efficiency. Automate and document processes as needed. Identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements
- Support senior leadership
- Support senior leadership in adoption and execution of accounting review standards and best practices
Operational Management
These tasks involve the day-to-day execution of duties and ensuring smooth operations:
- Provide guidance and support to a team of accounting reviewers. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture. Supervise employees to ensure quality and productivity
- Oversee the review and delivery of financial statements and other accounting reports, ensuring they are reviewed to a quality standard and completed on time.
- Ensure the team follows established procedures and appropriate practices in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS. Manage technical research and application of accounting standards
- Maintain a high client service level and review client reports and financial statements for accuracy and completeness while meeting deadlines.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, provide regular updates, and address concerns.
- Ensure all accounting review activities are well-documented and comply with organizational standards.
- Address and resolve issues related to technical pronouncements, disclosures, etc.
Governance & Risk
This includes compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to regulatory and internal standards:
- Escalate issues/incidents at the right time and to the right levels to address operational and business risks
- Performance & Risk Management
- Prepare and present performance reports and identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance
- Ability to effectively liaise with senior-level stakeholders
- Communicate issues, risks, and solutions clearly and effectively
*The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.
Experience & Personal Attributes
Educational and Professional Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant / Master s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations within the financial services industry.
Personal Attributes:
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and ability to lead a medium-sized team
- Ability to analyse, resolve and document problems and resolutions.
- Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team.
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Basic understanding of private equity operations, investment management, and financial markets.
- Continuous improvement focus, with the ability to identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements.
- Strong presentation and communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
- Self-driven and motivated with a focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in using financial software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance initiatives.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
- Employee recognition programs and team-building activities.
Overview This role will have the primary responsibility of reviewing the financial reporting analysis conducted for several private equity investment partnership clients. This individual will be responsible for understanding and applying current accounting principles and industry trends to the accounting and financial reporting of investment partnerships to support the financial and performance reporting of investment funds. Below is a partial list of responsibilities and necessary skills:
- Analyze financial statements and supporting schedules provided by Investment Managers to verify normalized data entered in portfolio reporting system
- Work closely with the fund accounting team to ensure data is available for reporting deadlines
- Validate data and tolerance breaks of data input/provided
- Provide data and analysis to client service teams as needed
- Review journal entries for incremental changes to the Partnerships within Fund records
- Maintain an understanding of the limited partnership agreement(s) and apply relevant terms to the financial reporting
Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities
Strategic Focus
These responsibilities relate to long-term planning, innovation, and aligning with organizational goals:
- Thought Leadership and Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities for automation/process improvements and implement changes to enhance team efficiency. Automate and document processes as needed. Identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements
- Support senior leadership
- Support senior leadership in adoption and execution of accounting review standards and best practices
Operational Management
These tasks involve the day-to-day execution of duties and ensuring smooth operations:
- Provide guidance and support to a team of accounting reviewers. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture. Supervise employees to ensure quality and productivity
- Oversee the review and delivery of financial statements and other accounting reports, ensuring they are reviewed to a quality standard and completed on time.
- Ensure the team follows established procedures and appropriate practices in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS. Manage technical research and application of accounting standards
- Maintain a high client service level and review client reports and financial statements for accuracy and completeness while meeting deadlines.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, provide regular updates, and address concerns.
- Ensure all accounting review activities are well-documented and comply with organizational standards.
- Address and resolve issues related to technical pronouncements, disclosures, etc.
Governance & Risk
This includes compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to regulatory and internal standards:
- Escalate issues/incidents at the right time and to the right levels to address operational and business risks
- Performance & Risk Management
- Prepare and present performance reports and identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance
- Ability to effectively liaise with senior-level stakeholders
- Communicate issues, risks, and solutions clearly and effectively
*The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time-to-time based on business needs.
Experience & Personal Attributes
Educational and Professional Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant / Master s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations within the financial services industry.
Personal Attributes:
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and ability to lead a medium-sized team
- Ability to analyse, resolve and document problems and resolutions.
- Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team.
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Basic understanding of private equity operations, investment management, and financial markets.
- Continuous improvement focus, with the ability to identify risks, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements.
- Strong presentation and communication skills with ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
- Self-driven and motivated with a focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in using financial software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Flexible working arrangements and work-life balance initiatives.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
- Employee recognition programs and team-building activities.
