Fund Accounting Manager

Overview

SEI Investments is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions. SEI helps corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors and affluent families create and manage wealth. SEI is a people focused organization which encourages and recognizes employee development as a critical component in excellent client service. An open, collaborative and detail oriented environment underpins this business objective. The SEI Group comprises operating subsidiaries in the EU, UK, Cayman Islands and Canada. In Ireland, SEI’s operations are conducted through three Dublin entities that manage proprietary UCITS and AIF funds, and provide administration and depositary services to funds established by third party investment managers.

Position Description:

The Fund Accounting Manager will manage a team in a high growth area of SEI. This person will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with clients, within the Fund Accounting department and across the organization. Candidates must have an advanced level of understanding of alternative fund structures and related investment types. The candidate will ultimately be responsible for the day-to-day running of the team and for managing a portfolio of clients.

What you’ll do

- Serve as the primary senior point of contact for clients on accounting matters.
- Ensure delivery of timely and accurate NAVs.
- Ensure client service excellence and timely query resolution.
- Own root cause analysis for issues and ensure remediation is fit-for-purpose.
- Participate in and/or lead department initiatives and group projects related to operating model improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Ensure all procedures and controls are adhered to.
- Manage resource planning of the team, including partnering with other teams.
- Train, coach and mentor new employees; develop and motivate staff within the team.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, third parties and other functional groups across SEI.
- Represent SEI and present Administrator’s report at Fund Board Meetings as required.
- Review Fund documents in advance of new fund launches; identify and highlight potential operational issues and risks.
- Provide ongoing subject matter expertise to support new business efforts.

What you bring to the table

- At least 10 years’ experience in alternative funds, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity. Some experience in private markets is preferable.
- Experience in working on a Fund Accounting system, preferably Investran and/or Geneva.
- Strong knowledge of alternative fund structures, various fund domiciles, regulatory requirements and performance calculations.
- Demonstrable experience of fund/fee documentation review and interpretation.
- Experience coaching/mentoring.
- Strong data management skills.
- ACCA qualification preferable but not essential.
- A curious mindset and ability to execute change.

Attributes we value

- Strong oral, written communication and presentation skills.
- Strong organisational and collaboration skills.
- Fluency in English language (both verbal and written) essential.
- Energetic, accountable and driven.
- Positive can-do attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Team player.
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and manage time to maximize efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Adaptable.

Benefits you can expect

Healthcare for yourself, your spouse and any dependents under 18 years old; Pension Scheme; Life Assurance & Group Income Protection; Education Assistance; Sports Club Supplement; Tax Saver Travel Benefits; 2 Paid Volunteer Days per year; Employee Share Participation Scheme and Competitive Family & Annual Leave Entitlements. We are focused on ensuring a healthy work-life balance and offer hybrid working model and flexible working hours.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…

We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. We are focused on healthy work-life balance and offer benefits including private medical care for employees and family, educational assistance and an emphasis on work-life balance.

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