The ideal candidate will bring real-world experience in financial operations for a global hedge / private-equity fund supporting daily reconciliations, trade settlement, and the monthly close cycle. At month-end, this individual will be responsible for preparing investor allocations and preparing the financial statements. Beyond the hedge / private-equity fund accounting, this position offers the ability to be hands-on with one of the fund’s portfolio companies and maintain the books for the sales-based organization. Ample opportunities exist for project-based work, including system integration and process improvement.<br> <br> · Reconcile position and cash balances across multiple counterparties and banks on a daily basis.<br> · Monitor daily trading activity ensuring all listed and OTC trades are booked daily. Confirm trade settlement occurs on time, instructing cash payments as appropriate.<br> · Review all margin calls for accuracy and fund, as necessary.<br> · Maintain books and records of each fund in Geneva coordinating with the third-party administrator daily.<br> · Calculate the investor allocations and oversee the production of the investor statements and monthly financials<br> · Work with the auditors to produce annual audited financial statements<br> · Perform the day-to-day accounting functions, including, but not limited to, calculating prepaid and accruals within the general ledger, reviewing the accounts payable and receivable balances, recording inventory, and reconciling intercompany balances.<br> · Manage balance sheet, prepare accurate and timely reconciliations, and ensure reserve balances are adequate<br> · Monitor banking transactions between accounts and legal entities<br> · Develop and perform analytical reviews monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results highlighting key drivers in local business unit performance.<br> · Work directly with external auditors for annual financial audits<br> · Work directly with external tax preparers to provide requested information in an accurate and timely manner.<br> · Prepare accurate and timely sales tax and use tax returns.<br> · Completion of special projects, as requested.<br> <br>Requirements:<br> · At least 5-7 years of financial operations (product accounting) experience.<br> · Understanding of hedge fund structures and accounting, including investor allocations<br> · Experience working with Advent’s Geneva<br> · Focus on process improvements and automation of manual processes<br> · Experience with system integrations/conversions<br> · BA degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (Preferred)<br> · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills<br> · Great interpersonal and verbal communication skills<br> · Sound knowledge of accounting principles and standards<br> · Superior data management and data analysis skills<br> · Strong time management and organizational skills
<p>We are looking for an experienced Benefits Accounting Manager to oversee the administration, compliance, and record-keeping of various retirement benefit plans in Fort Worth, Texas. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring regulatory adherence, and managing detailed financial processes for multiple entities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, advanced technical knowledge, and exceptional organizational skills to support the effective operation of defined benefit, defined contribution, and other retirement plans. Ideal candidate will have experience with Benefit Plan Audits within a large national CPA firm. This is a highly desirable employer with amazing benefits including generous 401K match and a pension plan.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise team members and oversee the administration of defined benefit, defined contribution, and other retirement plans.</p><p>• Explain complex compliance and funding issues to participants and their families in a clear and thorough manner.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations of fund reports, financial statements, trial balances, and benefit payments on a regular basis.</p><p>• Prepare and manage large spreadsheets and databases using advanced Excel formulas and organizational tools.</p><p>• Review and approve plan distributions, benefit certifications, fund transfers, and participant enrollments with precision.</p><p>• Coordinate annual audits for benefit plans, including preparing financial statements, Form 5500 filings, and compliance testing.</p><p>• Assist in drafting plan documents, amendments, summary descriptions, and other essential communications for participants.</p><p>• Attend quarterly committee meetings and document meeting minutes while ensuring accurate record-keeping.</p><p>• Provide guidance to participants, auditors, and third-party agencies while exercising sound judgment and discretion.</p><p>• Oversee plan design changes, investment adjustments, and regulatory implementations for retirement plans.</p>
Robert Half has teamed up with a $10 billion + alternative investment firm to assist in the recruitment of a Hedge Fund Portfolio Analyst (Valuation Team). This position will have excellent exposure to Wall Street brokers / banks and will get a basic understanding of the hedge fund industry. Pay range is 55-70K on the base with all benefits paid by the company. The investment firm is open to candidates who have a degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or parts passed a plus but not required) from a top school. Must have a GPA of 3.4 or higher. <br> IMPORTANT – to be considered for this role, please call Chris Willhite at 972-789-9590 AND reach out to Chris on LinkedIn (email your resume to Chris). <br> The firm has immediate openings for 2 highly experience in and motivated individuals to join the team as a Hedge Portfolio Analyst Team (middle office – valuation). The position reports to the Head of Valuation Reporting and will interact with attorneys, investment bankers, accounting department, senior investment professionals and all internal operations. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute directly in the growth of a complex and fast moving company as it prepares for its initial public offering. <br> Responsibilities <br> Daily reporting for investment activity (valuation) Preparation and consolidation of investment and financial reporting Interaction with portfolio managers to process information Interaction with Wall Street banks/brokers to obtain and decipher information Review bank loan agreements, trade documentation and bond settlement agreements General ledger maintenance for Fund Accounting <br> Qualifications <br> 1-3 years + experience in the public accounting field BBA/PPA/MPA in Accounting from a top tier, nationally ranked business school CPA required or certification pending Working knowledge of general Finance and Accounting functions Advanced Microsoft Office skills Detail and task-oriented with a strong work ethic Excellent communication and organizational skills Experience in Financial Analysis and Project Management Oracle general ledger system experience is a plus Ability to work 45-50 hours per week <br> IMPORTANT – to be considered for this role, please call Chris Willhite at 972-789-9590 AND reach out to Chris on LinkedIn (email your resume to Chris).
