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Position Overview
The Associate of StepStone Private Debt – Fund Accounting in Dublin will be responsible for performing shadow accounting of StepStone funds, will oversee all activities related to a fund on a daily basis and will coordinate and reconcile with the fund administrators. The Associate will be in contact with professionals across the company and will work closely with team members in other StepStone offices and Departments on a regular basis.
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform a Final Review before release of NAV valuations of private debt funds and fund of funds (Shadow accounting)
- In-dept review of complex management and performance fees calculation
- Review and maintain all fund holdings for inclusion in both NAVs and periodic Investor reporting
- Continuous review of controls in place with the objective of mitigating risk both internally and externally
- Monitor and review foreign currency hedging activities within the portfolio and the effects of FX Neutralisation within the NAV
- Budget and track fund’s fees and expenses periodically
- Track and monitor subscriptions / redemptions, capital calls, withdrawals, dividends, etc. are applied at the appropriate period.
- Collect and reconcile data from and between Investment Advisor, Investment Manager and Fund Administrator; filing and input into the proprietary database
- Ensure quality and integrity of the data inputs through reasonability checks
- Assist with development of junior staff
- Assist in client reports production for a variety of our portfolios and ensuring quality and timliness thereof; internal as well as external coordination regarding the content of the individual reports
- Perform other duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate
- Continuously work towards improving the overall process through efficiencies and collaboration
- Review and perform monthly IRR checks to ensure these are within expectation and highlight areas where this is not achieved with the relevant internal teams
- Actively be involved in the Onboarding and Offboarding of Funds from inception to liquidation
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- 4-6 years in a comparable role
- Bachelor degree in finance, Accounting or mathematical-related subject
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrates commitment, accuracy and attention to detail, even in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Highly motivated with a passion for the industry
- Knowledge of the private debt- / private equity- or hedge-fund sectors
- Experience in audit, fund accounting and/or custody in one of the above sectors
- Passion for fast-paced learning, especially in a technology-enabled environment
- Good analytical skills with a flair for processes as well as good IT skills
- Takes initiative and ownership of responsibilities assigned
- Ability to prioritize activities while working on multiple projects and achieve target deadlines
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative and Investor servicing skills
- Promote and demonstrate a positive, team‐oriented attitude
- Effective communication skills and strong problem solving skills
- Highly proficient in using Excel, Word, and other Microsoft office programs
- Experience with FX hedging and complex fee calculation models
Other Attributes:
- Experience with Investran a plus
- Possess an accreditation like an ACCA, ACA, CFA, CPA, CIA, or CAIA
- Passion for fast-paced learning, especially in a technology-enabled environment
- Strong analytical skills with a flair for processes as well as good IT skills
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At StepStone, we believe that our people are our most important asset and crucial to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups as well as mentorship programs to enhance the employee experience for all.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.
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Skills Required
- 4-6 years of experience in a comparable role
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a mathematically related subject
- Knowledge of private debt, private equity, or hedge fund sectors
- Experience in audit, fund accounting, or custody within private markets or hedge funds
- Strong analytical, process, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office programs
- Experience with foreign exchange hedging and complex fee calculation models
- Experience with Investran
- Professional accreditation such as ACCA, ACA, CFA, CPA, CIA, or CAIA
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as generous with multiple plan options, and in some cases employee‑only premiums are fully paid. Feedback suggests wellness resources and plan choice enhance the overall value of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) program that is viewed favorably. Feedback suggests long‑term incentive elements complement core retirement benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental support includes leave coaching, paid parental leave, and resources for new parents alongside related travel and logistical supports. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful part of the benefits package.
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What We Do
StepStone Group (Nasdaq: STEP) is a global private markets investment firm focused on providing customized investment solutions and advisory and data services to our clients. StepStone’s clients include some of the world’s largest public and private defined benefit and defined contribution pension funds, sovereign wealth funds and insurance companies, as well as prominent endowments, foundations, family offices and private wealth clients, which include high-net-worth and mass affluent individuals.StepStone partners with its clients to develop and build private markets portfolios designed to meet their specific objectives across the private equity, infrastructure, private debt and real estate asset classes.
