Fund Accounting Manager

Greetings for the DayWe are looking for a Deputy Manager for one of our esteemed clients in Pune having experience into End to End Private Equity Fund Accounting.Exp: 2/5/8/10+ years(Specialist/Team lead/Assistant Manager/Manager)Location: PuneCTC: 20 LPAShift: UK 12:00PM -9:30 PM Work from office onlyDomain-Private Equity Fund AccountingEducational Background:- A CA or CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting qualification.- A minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in fund accounting or related financial services, with a focus on Private Equity Fund accounting.- Managing and/or leading large teams for 2-3 years- Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and mentor a team of professionals.- Excellent communication skills for clear and concise reporting and stakeholder engagement.- An innovative mindset to lead process improvements and implement automation solutions.- Excellent analytical, problem solving skills with high degree of attention to detail- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills- Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.Work Experience:- Manage and mentor a team of fund accountants- Review and sign-off of Net Asset Value calculations, financial statements and associated reports- Reviewing/Authorizing payments and other transactions- Valuation of portfolio holdings- Review and approve fund valuations, reconciliations, audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance reports.- Develop and implement robust accounting policies, procedures, and controls to maintain the highest standards of financial integrity and compliance.- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including fund managers, investors, auditors, tax advisors, administrators, and custodians.- Provide technical guidance and support on complex accounting and reporting matters, such as fair value measurement, consolidation, and allocation.Preferred Qualification:- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume tasks accurately.- Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.- Proficiency in data entry and report generation.- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and ownership of tasks.- Familiarity with financial systems and processes is an asset.Preferred Technical Skills:- Drive process improvements and spearhead automation initiatives to elevate the efficiency and quality of the fund accounting function.- Performing the administration of and any services pursuant to administration agreements in respect of a portfolio of hedge fund clients- Planning, scheduling and managing the daily workflows of all client deliverables within the team- Ensure adherence of applicable best practice policies and client specific agreements.- Address and/or escalate all material issues effecting the NAV production process or client relationship in a detailed and timely manner- Managing and coordinating the Year end process with respect to audit timelines, Financial Statement Preparation, Regulatory filings, Tax services, etc.- Liaising closely with the Supervisor to identify and implement on the job training initiatives for team members; own team related duties including vacation management, performance appraisals, etc.- Engage and own intra-office migrations and/ or new client on boarding- Contribute and own departmental initiatives while supporting team initiatives- Drive forward continuous improvement, seeking efficiencies while maintaining adequate controlsSoft Skills:- Adhere to documented operational processes for each transaction, ensuring compliance with the latest version of SLA/Goal metrics to achieve key drivers of client satisfaction daily.- Take full ownership of daily work, completing all tasks with a high degree of accuracy and within specified timeframes.- Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the team.Technical Skills:- Working knowledge of Advent Geneva, Investran and other Accounting applications- Preferred Qualification:- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high-volume tasks accurately.- Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.- Proficiency in data entry and report generation.- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative and ownership of tasks.- Familiarity with financial systems and processes is an asset.