Accounting Manager Accountant

The Role & Key Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate a variety of administrative duties and tasks including:
• Set up of operational procedures and workflows
• Implementation of Fund data using PE software
• Maintain strong, consultative relationship with key clients
• Client service deliverables
• Review preparation of workpapers and financial statements
• Afford assistance to manager(s) in areas including but not limited to, training of junior staff, setting up operational procedures and workflows, preparation of capital call & distribution notices, management fee calculations and waterfalls
• Afford assistance with year-end audit and tax process

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required
• 5+ years’ experience in Private Equity Fund accounting experience with closed-end fund structures
• CPA/MBA/Master’s Degree is an advantage
• Previous experience leading people a plus
• Ability to work towards and meet agreed deadlines
• Allvue, Paxus, Geneva, Investran or eFront, or comparable technology experience would be an advantage
• Prior experience with incentive fees, waterfall distributions, allocations, financial statements and/or subsequent closes is a plus
• Highly organized and motivated individual with an acute attention to detail
• Self-starter who volunteers for new opportunities and projects
• Ability to manage complex accounting structures
• Excellent interpersonal and written communications skills
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Accurate and acute attention to detail
• Adaptability - able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
• Uses discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to audience
• Proven ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines accordingly

Benefits

We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture, all our opportunities at Apex have four (4) days in office requirement.