Fund Accountant, Alternative Investment Funds at SEI | NY, US | Rezi

Fund Accountant, Alternative Investment Funds at SEI

Fund Accountant, Alternative Investment Funds

SEI · NY, US

4 days ago

Fund Accountant, Alternative Investment Funds

SEI · NY, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is rapidly growing and seeking new members for its Alternative Investment Funds accounting team. The primary goal is to provide exceptional accounting and administration servicing for clients’ assigned hedge and private equity funds. As a Fund Accountant, you will act as an intermediary between the funds and their investment managers and serve as the official record keeper for the funds.

Responsibilities

  • Price and maintain timely records for hedge and private equity holdings using various external pricing resources.
  • Perform timely reconciliations regarding Net Asset Values and provide accounting reports.
  • Communicate fund-related transactions.
  • Work closely with internal and external clients to provide accurate and thorough accounting packages.
  • Coordinate and support year-end audit engagements in accordance with GAAP accounting standards.
  • Perform due-diligence to ensure clients are in compliance with government laws and regulations.
  • Correspond with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries including fee payments, cash position breaks, and reconciliations.
  • Identify processes across the division and organization through professional development sessions.
  • Partner with a diverse team to grow your career.

Requirements

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent work experience.
  • Internship experience preferred.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel.
  • Self-motivation and drive to monitor multiple client deliverables without sacrificing excellence or quality.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client support via email and/or phone calls.
  • Strong customer service skills for daily communication with internal and external clients.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs.
  • Positivity and collegial approach in assisting colleagues and clients.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Curiosity, critical thinking, and attention to detail to identify solutions and improve processes.
  • Embody SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection, and fun.
  • Must not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Customer service
  • Collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail

Location

  • Remote

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Internship experience preferred

Education Level

  • BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent work experience

Salary/Compensations

  • $68,950-$83,000 per year

Benefits

  • Comprehensive care for physical and mental well-being
  • Strong retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Support for working parents
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA)
  • Life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage)
  • 401(k) match
  • Education assistance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Up to 11 paid holidays/year
  • 16 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time
  • Paid parental leave
  • Back-up childcare arrangements
  • Paid volunteer days
  • Discounted stock purchase plan
  • Investment options
  • Access to thriving employee networks

About the Company

  • SEI is a technology and asset management company delivering on its promise of building brave futures (SM)—for its clients, its communities, and itself.
  • After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions.
  • SEI's offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in its workforce.
  • SEI recognizes that its people are its most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to its continued growth.
  • SEI is invested in its employees' success.

Equal Opportunity

  • SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…
  • SEI is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.