Private Equity Manager

Due to its innovative technology and service offering HedgeServ’s closed end funds team is expanding. The team currently services a mix of private equity, real estate and hybrid structures. The team works with its clients on collaborating new technology solutions as well as client service models to support unique structures and operating models to meet an evolving and growing area within the asset management industry. We have an open and collaborative approach and look for everyone’s input when solving problems. This framework encourages professional development by empowering you to learn continuously and focus on more complex work as your experience progresses. Working in the PE department gives you exposure to new developments and forward-thinking approaches within our industry.

Job Description

A Private Equity Manager will be required to manage the closed end fund accounting process within the guidelines and procedures provided by HedgeServ and under the supervision and guidance of a Private Equity Director and Managing Director. They will manage the timely and accurate delivery of NAV calculations. They will assist in the development of client relationships and will require a detailed understanding of the service requirements for closed end fund administration.

Responsibilities

The below list is not finite and may be added to. The combination of tasks required to be executed will vary depending on both client structure, client requirements and business needs.

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Private Equity team including:

• Capital Call and Distribution Processing
• Preparation of net asset value calculations and financial statements
• Fee calculations and profit and loss allocations
• Waterfall creation and maintenance
• Performance reporting including IRRs
• Ad hoc client and investor reporting
• Managing client relationships involving interaction with both the client and the relevant Private Equity Director to ensure consistency of service
• Ensure the assigned accounting team operates within the clearly defined and documented control environment
• Manage and develop client teams of up to 10 employees
• Resolve fund accounting enquiries escalated by Supervisor or Administrator
• Develop and improve workflows and procedures
• Manage the audit process ensuring timely and successful completion of fund audits
• Manage and complete client onboarding and transitions
• Manage fund accounting recruitment, training and performance evaluations
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other stakeholder groups

HedgeServ operates a client focused structure which provides a wide range of experience to all levels of employees. As such a Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager should be flexible and willing to adapt.

Pre-requisite Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a Hedge Fund Administration firm with at least 3 of those at Supervisor level is desired. Alternative Hedge Fund or Private Equity Fund experience will be considered
• Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics or Business Degree
• Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA), if not already started, part qualified or qualified, would be an advantage but is not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good people manager with the ability to coach and develop a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure or independently
• Strong inter-personal skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Strong systems, product and process knowledge

The salary range for this role is $115,000-$135,000. Specific salary will be determined based on education, experience, and skill set of the individual selected for this position.