Investment Accountant; W2

Overview

This position will work specifically with the Alternative Investment Services (AIS) Team in support of Investment Teams within Brokerage Investment Management (MSIM). The individual in this position will be responsible primarily for operations and portfolio management support activities for the Hedge Fund Solutions (HFS) funds and separately managed accounts.

Responsibilities in this position will result in detailed knowledge of accounting and operations for the HFS portfolios, including investments in hedge funds, private equity funds and co-investments, more liquid daily-traded fund investments and securities, and derivative investments, such as total return swaps and forward currency contracts. This position will also result in detailed knowledge of accounting for hybrid fund structures that combine hedge fund investing with private equity investor capital activity and fee structures.

This position will also involve developing and maintaining external relationships with business stakeholders and third-party service providers to ensure proper support for the investment vehicles.

• Bachelors degree, or equivalent, in Accounting, Finance, or related business field is preferred
• A minimum of three to five years of investment accounting experience
• Prior experience in alternative investment operations is preferred but not required; knowledge of hedge fund or private equity fund accounting, or experience with Investran
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and the ability to effectively summarize findings, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner
• Detail-oriented and highly motivated
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision