ABOUT US:

We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. 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  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Real Estate Systems & Process Senior Analyst is responsible for the development of new system and business solutions and will work directly with business users and software administrators and engineers to deliver solutions in a fast-paced environment.  Acts as key point of contact for the business applications, the BA interacts heavily with senior-level business associates and works directly with the Platform Delivery Manager, Technical Platform Manager, and Real Estate Platform Leader on technology vision and Roadmap planning.  The Analyst will act as a solutions specialist with no direct reports.  The Analyst has strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and is versatile at juggling multiple tasks and projects concurrently.  The Analyst is a self-starter, quick learner, capable of grasping new concepts quickly and will consistently deliver results in a client-focused culture.

Responsibility:

• Subject matter expert for Real Estate Fund Administration and Real Estate Technology.
• Maintain awareness of the full scope of client needs with ability to pro-actively address needs and serve as an escalation point for associates and clients when/if needed. 
• Consistent involvement in implementing solutions across Alter Domus’s FA product lines including but not limited to the following examples: 
  • Advanced Yardi functionality
  • Yardi training materials
  • Best practice/consistent processing methods
• Work with product Real Estate accounting managers to ensure best practices are utilized across all of Fund Administration. 
• Work with FA Leadership to review, suggest, and implement process improvements to ensure compliance adherence across Real Estate accounting group. 
• Knowledge of current industry standards (ex: ILPA reporting, return calculation methodology, performance modeling, etc.). 
• Complete understanding of deal needs across Real Estate Fund Administration, while understanding the tools and resources needed to meet deliverables. 
• Assist in the design and implementation of team training materials/plans and ensure team is adequately trained in a set time frame while giving appropriate feedback to trainees and trainer on gaps that need addressed. 
• Review workflows with accounting managers & support teams to ensure best practice processes are implemented and adhered to across Fund Administration.
  • Regular discussions with regional accounting staff.
  • Regular discussions with systems administration.
• Manage workload and human resource aspects of junior staff in region; Implementation Specialists and Support Specialists
• Leadership role in Yardi Implementations.
  • Leadership of scoping exercises with internal accounting teams and client for new entity setup
  • Coordination of system configuration information with Technical Platform Manager
  • Coordination of data testing and validation for funds being implemented/migrated
  • Coordination of custom reporting setup
  • Coordination of training for ongoing production staff

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field);  
• 4+ years of finance or accounting experience;
• Experience working with Close End Funds, Real Estate, or Private Equity:
• In-depth understanding of investments within assigned fund(s);
• Broad market knowledge;
• Strong communication and analytical skills; and
• CPA or CPA eligibility a plus.

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 such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 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 

Equity in every sense of the word

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.  

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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