Strong fit for candidates with alternative investment fund experience who manage accounting and reporting processes, and who thrive in a collaborative, office-based environment in Lisbon.
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Original posting from iCapital via Greenhouse
About the role
iCapital is looking to hire an Associate to join the EMEA Fund Finance team. This role is hands on with operational responsibility for servicing hedge and private equity directs, fund of fund and access fund vehicles (the “funds”) in conjunction with third-party administrators. This position will manage all fund accounting and financial reporting to investors, including capital activity, partner capital statements, annual audited financials, and tax deliverables.
Responsibilities
Partner with third-party administrators to ensure timely completion of monthly valuations, accurate general ledger entries, and investment valuations in accordance with fair value accounting principles.
Build and maintain relationships with underlying fund managers and distributors.
Execute fund investment operations, including capital calls, distributions and underlying fund commitments, in coordination with internal teams and third-party administrators.
Review fund expenses and accruals against approved annual budgets, identify variances or outliers, and propose appropriate adjustments.
Review investor allocations to ensure profits, losses, and fees are calculated in accordance with partnership operating agreements.
Review and oversee currency hedged share classes, including related calculations and reporting impacts.
Support new fund structuring and onboarding by critically reviewing feeder fund draft documentation (LPA/PPM) and underlying fund operational questionnaires and providing feedback to internal Legal and Fund Origination teams prior to launch.
Monitor fund compliance with partnership operating agreement terms and escalation of issues where required.
Handle ad hoc operational, accounting, auditing, and reporting requests as they arise.
Stay up to date with relevant policies and procedures, while contributing practical feedback and suggestions to improve operational processes.
Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, or another business-related field
1-4 years of fund accounting, fund administration, or finance operations experience. A focus on alternative investment funds including fund-of-funds and feeder funds is preferred
Big experience is a plus
Advanced accounting skills and experience within an audit framework is preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Demonstrated capacity and willingness to work within a close team structure on all tasks
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to see the big picture
Proven ability to multi-task and work both independently and as a team player in a fast-paced, demanding environment
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Eager to learn new topics and work in an evolving business environment
Passion for the application of innovative technology
We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office 4 days a week with the flexibility to work remotely 1 day ( Friday).
Benefits
iCapital offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a total compensation program consisting of competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and equity for all full-time employees; healthcare with 100% employer-paid health and dental insurance.
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Source: iCapital careers (Greenhouse)