Operations and Accounting Associate

Description The ideal candidate will bring real-world experience in financial operations for a global hedge / private-equity fund supporting daily reconciliations, trade settlement, and the monthly close cycle. At month-end, this individual will be responsible for preparing investor allocations and preparing the financial statements. Beyond the hedge / private-equity fund accounting, this position offers the ability to be hands-on with one of the fund's portfolio companies and maintain the books for the sales-based organization.

Ample opportunities exist for project-based work, including system integration and process improvement.

· Reconcile position and cash balances across multiple counter parties and banks on a daily basis.

· Monitor daily trading activity ensuring all listed and OTC trades are booked daily. Confirm trade settlement occurs on time, instructing cash payments as appropriate.

· Review all margin calls for accuracy and fund, as necessary.

· Maintain books and records of each fund in Geneva coordinating with the third-party administrator daily.

· Calculate the investor allocations and oversee the production of the investor statements and monthly financials

· Work with the auditors to produce annual audited financial statements

· Perform the day-to-day accounting functions, including, but not limited to, calculating prepaid and accruals within the general ledger, reviewing the accounts payable and receivable balances, recording inventory, and reconciling intercompany balances.

· Manage balance sheet, prepare accurate and timely reconciliations, and ensure reserve balances are adequate

· Monitor banking transactions between accounts and legal entities

· Develop and perform analytical reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results highlighting key drivers in local business unit performance.

· Work directly with external auditors for annual financial audits

· Work directly with external tax preparers to provide requested information in an accurate and timely manner.

· Prepare accurate and timely sales tax and use tax returns.

· Completion of special projects, as requested.

Requirements:

· At least 5-7 years of financial operations (product accounting) experience.

· Understanding of hedge fund structures and accounting, including investor allocations

· Experience working with Advent's Geneva

· Focus on process improvements and automation of manual processes

· Experience with system integrations/conversions

· BA degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (Preferred)

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Great interpersonal and verbal communication skills

· Sound knowledge of accounting principles and standards

· Superior data management and data analysis skills

· Strong time management and organizational skills Requirements Month End Close, Net Suite, Fixed Asset Accounting, Inventory Accounting, General Ledger, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Fund Accounting, Margin Calls, Investor Relations, Trade Settlement, Hedge Fund

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