Alternatives - Financial Reporting, Officer

Who we are looking for:

The purpose of the job is to provide end-to-end support to investment company clients for timely completion of preparation of financial statements within stringent deadlines for audit / client review.

Selected candidates will be required to work at shifts which allow reasonable overlap with US, EMEA and APAC hours and allow for training, on the job practice, feedback etc.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

As an Officer you will:

• Perform technical review of private equity and hedge fund financial statements in accordance with relevant GAAP and regulatory requirements.

• Comprehend the scope of services offered to clients and reviews with the team; plan, schedule, and manage the production of interim / annual financial statements and daily workflow for multiple client relationships including allocation of clients and resources to service those clients; demonstrate technical expertise; ensure team meets all client deliverables and manages relationships of assigned clients.

• Ensure all controls/checklists and procedures are adhered to as well as make recommendations for improvement

• Proactively manage risk at the business level; feel fully accountable for all steps of the production chain and make recommendations for process improvements

• Ensure effective use of automation (FundSuite, Macros, etc.) and make recommendations for current system enhancements

• Coordinate/Lead the research and resolution of any accounting issue, auditor or client comments

• Participate/Lead in the resolution of client issues

• Provide coaching and development opportunities to staff and be responsible for completing and delivering performance reviews on time

• Make effective recommendations to hire, discipline, control work, determine promotions, and terminate employment

• Assist with coordination of activities between multiple departments within the organization, including our global offshoring partners

• Draft and update task lists for offshoring partners, ensures all supporting documentation is available to them and acts as primary contact to answer their questions and issues

• Perform other duties as required in order to meet client and department deliverables/goals

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet internal and industry deadlines. 

• Strong problem resolution skills.

• Ability to work well in a fast paced, high volume atmosphere.

• Desire and commitment to learn technical aspects of each deliverable.

• Ability to communicate with various internal teams to resolve inquiries and understanding when to escalate.

• Ability to develop business relationships, both within and outside of the organization

• High degree of sense of ownership of the tasks delegated to the team.

• Ability to perform root cause analysis of incidents and come up with related action plans to address the issue

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce / economics with a specialization in Business, Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience preferred.

• CA / CPA / ACCA or similar professional qualifications preferred

• Knowledge of US GAAP/ IFRS etc.

Additional requirements:

• Demonstrates strong technology skills, as well as problem solving and analytical skills

• Demonstrates an ability to be a leader within their team, as well as being a leader amongst your peers

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, which include excellent time management skills

• 10+ years to 12+ years of experience in related Mutual Fund/Hedge fund Financial Reporting /accounting or finance field preferred, including previous experience in managing staff

• Knowledge of Hedge and Private Equity Fund structures, designs & hierarchies, standalone funds, master-feeder funds, and the role of each entity in the fund structure

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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