Fund Administration Services
This is fund accounting and administration at its finest. Where we pair end-to-end expertise with a full spectrum of integrated solutions to exceed our clients’ needs. Here, we advance what’s possible. And give you every opportunity to advance yourself in this fast-moving data-led area.
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- Analytical
- Communicator
- Detail-oriented
- Motivational
- Problem-solver
- Team player
Culture
Our culture is unlike anywhere else. We are proud of what we have built so far – even as we continue to push our boundaries, to ensure our success in the future. Our environment is powered by a unique set of values and one deliberate mission. To perform, together. By harnessing technology and the collective intelligence of our people, we make the investment management process run smoother: transparent, data led decision making on a global scale. We are The Alternative.
Fund Accountant, Private Equity
ABOUT US:
As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.
With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different in what we do, how we work, and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.
Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com
YOUR ROLE:
As a Private Equity Officer, you will support the day-to-day service delivery of fund administration to a client or portfolio of clients. Working closely with senior team members, your responsibilities will include assisting in the preparation of financial statements, cash management, and the delivery of a quality client service.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fund Accounting & Financial Reporting:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for private equity funds in accordance with GAAP/IFRS
- Support the calculation and recording of management fees, carried interest, and performance allocations
- Assist in managing capital calls and distributions to limited partners
- Reconcile bank accounts, investment positions, and partner capital accounts under supervision
- Assist in preparing investor capital statements and maintaining detailed investor record
Investment Accounting:
- Support the recording and maintenance of portfolio company investments at fair value
- Assist in tracking acquisition costs, follow-on investments, and realized/unrealized gains and losses
- Support coordination with valuation teams for quarterly portfolio valuations
- Process investment transactions including purchases, sales, and dividend income
Financial Operations:
- Assist in fund cash management and forecasting
- Support the processing of expense allocations across multiple fund entities
- Assist in managing inter-company transactions and fund level expenses
- Ensure compliance with partnership agreements and fund governing documents
YOUR PROFILE:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field-Preferred
- 0 to 2 years of fund accounting or related experience, preferably in Private Equity, or other Alternatives
- You have foundation technical skills, including a solid understanding of accounting principles
- Exposure to Investran or eFront accounting platform along with workflow tools, is considered an asset
- You are eager to learn and develop within a fast-paced client focused environment
- Fluent English is essential for this role; fluency in other European languages is considered an asset.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.
Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.
Our global benefits also include:
- Support for professional accreditations
- Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
- Continuous mentoring along your career progression
- Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
- 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
- The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
- Plus additional local benefits depending on your location
Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Your global advantages
on top of your local benefits attached to this role
Qualifications
Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
Work-life balance
Flexible arrangements, generous holidays and birthday leave
Progression
Continuous mentoring along your career progression
Pathway
Detailed career pathway with structured support
Exclusive access to online learning
For example, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
Social
Active sports, events and social committees
Employee Assistance Program
Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial health, 24/7
Employee Share Plan
Giving you a financial stake in our company’s growth
Application Process
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Apply for your selected role on our career website.
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Our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch within seven days to arrange an initial interview!
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Depending on the role you have applied for, you may be asked to complete a short technical exercise
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You will then be invited for an interview with the hiring manager
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If you are successful, our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch with an offer, typically within one month of your application submission.
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Following acceptance of the offer, you will get access to our onboarding app to start discovering Alter Domus!
This animation visually represents the six-step application process at Alter Domus. It includes: applying for a role on the career website, initial contact from the Talent Acquisition team, a possible technical exercise, an interview with the hiring manager, receiving an offer, and gaining access to the onboarding app after accepting the offer.
Hear from the team
"Alter Domus were fully supportive through my studying path, providing study support in the way of study fees and study leave, as well as some flexible working towards nearer each exam to help me manage with work/life (and exam!) balance.
Carla Walmsley, Senior Manager - Fund Services, Jersey
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