The Officer position is within the Private Equity & Real Estate Fund Services (PERA) Fund Accounting Business Unit of the State Street Alternative Investment Services Group.
The Officer will interact with all levels of professionals, internally and externally. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments
The Officer will be responsible for ensuring team compliance with operating policies, procedures and guidelines in the completion of Net Asset Valuations (NAV) across our Private Equity/Debt Fund Structures.
The Officer will be responsible for team development, staff management and enhancing client satisfaction.
This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity to demonstrate leadership, communication and technical expertise. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing company policy, overseeing client deliverables and contributing to the development of the team and the organization.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct and indirect management/supervision of PERA Fund Accounting staff
Supervise and review the work performed by PERA Fund Accounting staff, in Ireland and other locations as applicable
Manage internal workflows to ensure internal and client deadlines are met
Manage expectations with client contacts
Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly and annual financial work papers; including portfolio schedules, accrual schedules, profit & loss schedules, and partner capital allocations
Prepare and/or review investor capital call and distribution calculations; including the review of investor notices
Process Fund Sub-Closes on accounting systems or accounting workpapers
Prepare and/or review periodic bank and cash reconciliations and post journal entries
Prepare and/or review quarterly management fee calculations, and other Fund calculations as applicable
Prepare and/or review client related correspondence
Coordinate annual audit with Fund Auditors
Prepare and/or review Fund Waterfall calculations and Partner Capital Account allocations
Review Fund governing documents, including Limited Partnership Agreements and Offering Memoranda, to ensure consistency with accounting procedures and calculations in use
Establish and maintain working relationships with key client contacts, including investment professionals, investors, auditors, lawyers and banking personnel
Participate in ad-hoc client/internal projects as required
Participate in the development, testing and implementation of new systems and products
Coordinate client deliverables, both with clients and internally, such as financial statements, capital calls and distribution notices
Review and approve all transactions (money movement, trades, etc.) in accordance with established guidelines
Assist team in ensuring all accounting procedures and calculations are consistent with governing documents
Meet all requirements for the performance planning process including goal setting, regular and immediate feedback and submission of formalized performance appraisals. Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures
Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures
Assist with planning and management of ah-hoc client and corporate project work
Co-ordinate and implement training and development activities across the team
Assist with recruitment of new staff
Manage absences, time keeping and holiday/cover arrangements within the teams
Set and maintain standards of personal and professional performance and behavior; ensuring staff accountability and adherence to company policies and procedures
Schedule and conduct team meetings
Provide coaching, guidance and support to staff on technical, professional and client issues
Manage the administration billing process
Review and delivery of client KPIs
Requirements:
Candidates must have a University degree (an Accounting degree strongly preferred; Business, Mathematics, Finance or Economics degree required)
Prior accounting system experience required.
ACA/ACCA qualification is desirable, but not required.
Private Equity, Private Debt, Hedge Fund or Real Estate experience desirable
Previous Fund Accounting or corporate accounting experience, including supervisory experience
Strong computer skills, especially MS Excel/MS Word/MS PowerPoint
Strong numerical, analytical and problem solving skills
Strong written & verbal communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrated managerial and leadership skills
Proven ability to build, train and manage effective teams
Why you should join us
Generous holiday entitlements, including additional Birthday Day Off and Paid Volunteer Days
Supportive and encouraged hybrid work-life balance
Expansive inclusion, diversity and equity programme
Private medical insurance, health screenings, flu vaccinations and eye testing
Employee wellbeing and mental health support programme
Parental and caretaker support
Attractive pension plan
Life assurance and long-term disability support
Multiple local community volunteering opportunities
Profit sharing scheme
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We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
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