Job Description
As the Alternative Fund Services (AFS) - Fund Accounting Analyst JPMorgan AFS delivers an extensive solution for hedge fund, private equity, and fund of hedge fund clients seeking independent administration and custody services or to outsource their day-to-day operations. The Fund Accounting team has the responsibility for providing a premium quality client service to AFS Clients, ensuring deadlines are met at all times.
Job Responsibilities:
Preparation/Review/Oversight of Net Asset Value Files and Review/Oversight of Daily Profit and Loss Calculations
Preparation/Review of fund, share class, and investor allocations including calculations of management and performance fees
Ensure all scheduled work is completed by agreed deadlines, checklists are signed and files contain all required documentation including ensuring all controls and procedures outlined in the procedures manual and general company policies are complied with across all groups
Develop a thorough knowledge of our client base and building relationships with Investment Managers and other related third parties and create, maintain and update procedures for client specific deliverables
Work closely with the new business team and client through the on-boarding process and on-going review of daily controls and communication of any new training or procedural changes to your team
Work closely with your clients to resolve queries and providing first level account and with investment operations, reconciliations, investor relations and financial reporting teams to agree with internal deadlines to ensure external client deadlines are met
Assist with training and coaching new team members as the group grows and ensure that technology available is being fully utilized in the most efficient manner. Report to management on MIS and ad hoc that issues that may arise
Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:
Bachelor degree required, degree preference is Finance, Accounting, or Economics
3+ years of Hedge Fund experience or work for Big 4 audit firms
Thorough knowledge of the hedge fund & private equity environment including accounting for investor allocations, share classes, waterfalls calls/distributions processing and complex investment and securities processing
Streamline operational processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency
Excellent client service orientation and proven ability to deal with demanding clients
Work closely with legal/compliance to ensure all funds are in compliance with the relevant regulatory authorities
Ensure there is appropriate back up on each fund to cover holidays, absences and turnover
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with private equity is a plus
Strong knowledge of hedge fund products, analytical skills, communication skills and proven adaptability and ability to work in a high growth area
Ability to lead and manage high performing teams, superior interpersonal skills, strategic thinker with proven track record
Job Responsibilities:
Preparation/Review/Oversight of Net Asset Value Files and Review/Oversight of Daily Profit and Loss Calculations
Preparation/Review of fund, share class, and investor allocations including calculations of management and performance fees
Ensure all scheduled work is completed by agreed deadlines, checklists are signed and files contain all required documentation including ensuring all controls and procedures outlined in the procedures manual and general company policies are complied with across all groups
Develop a thorough knowledge of our client base and building relationships with Investment Managers and other related third parties and create, maintain and update procedures for client specific deliverables
Work closely with the new business team and client through the on-boarding process and on-going review of daily controls and communication of any new training or procedural changes to your team
Work closely with your clients to resolve queries and providing first level account and with investment operations, reconciliations, investor relations and financial reporting teams to agree with internal deadlines to ensure external client deadlines are met
Assist with training and coaching new team members as the group grows and ensure that technology available is being fully utilized in the most efficient manner. Report to management on MIS and ad hoc that issues that may arise
Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:
Bachelor degree required, degree preference is Finance, Accounting, or Economics
3+ years of Hedge Fund experience or work for Big 4 audit firms
Thorough knowledge of the hedge fund & private equity environment including accounting for investor allocations, share classes, waterfalls calls/distributions processing and complex investment and securities processing
Streamline operational processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency
Excellent client service orientation and proven ability to deal with demanding clients
Work closely with legal/compliance to ensure all funds are in compliance with the relevant regulatory authorities
Ensure there is appropriate back up on each fund to cover holidays, absences and turnover
Preferred qualifications:
Experience with private equity is a plus
Strong knowledge of hedge fund products, analytical skills, communication skills and proven adaptability and ability to work in a high growth area
Ability to lead and manage high performing teams, superior interpersonal skills, strategic thinker with proven track record
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Alternative Fund Services (AFS) - Fund Accounting Analyst position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
