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Manager, Investment Fund Services

SEI · Oaks, PA · 3 wk ago
FinanceFull-time

About the role

The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is seeking a Fund Accountant Manager to oversee the accounting operations and resolution of accounting issues for a variety of clients. This position will manage the team supporting the daily accounting operations of assigned funds, support annual audits, coordinate/onboard new funds and clients, serve as a liaison between clients, external service providers and internal teams, and work closely with all parties to ensure procedures and controls are followed and to provide accurate Net Asset Values (NAVs).

Responsibilities

  • Utilize expertise in domestic and international fund accounting operations and administration for mutual funds, CITs, ETFs and other pooled vehicles.
  • Manage the team supporting the daily accounting operation of your assigned funds.
  • Support annual audits, coordinate/onboard new funds and clients.
  • Serve as a liaison between clients, external service providers and internal teams.
  • Work closely with all parties to ensure procedures and controls are followed and to provide accurate Net Asset Values (NAVs).
  • Provide information to the Financial Reporting team for the preparation and coordination of the annual and semi-annual financial statements.
  • Prepare/review SEC filings (e.g., N-PORT, N-CEN).
  • Aid the Tax team with distribution calculation and tax reporting processes.
  • Aid Treasury Services with annual fund expense budgets and quarterly updates, including reviewing of expense payments.
  • Prepare and review Board related materials.
  • Communicate with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries and resolve issues impacting funds as necessary.
  • Conduct performance appraisals, monthly one-on-ones with the team analysts and supervisors, and provide career pathing and training.
  • Ensure staffing requirements are met by participating in interviews and hiring processes.
  • Support the new business development and relationship teams for prospect calls, client visits and presentations.
  • Facilitate the on-boarding of new and converted clients by gathering client requirements, submitting any custom requests and communicating key deliverables to your team members.

Requirements

  • BA/BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the fund services industry.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory or management experience.
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate a team in a daily processing environment.
  • Proficiency with fund accounting software.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent leadership, planning, time management and organizational skills.

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the fund services industry.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory or management experience.
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate a team in a daily processing environment.
  • Proficiency with fund accounting software.
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent leadership, planning, time management and organizational skills.

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality.
  • Attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
  • Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • A drive to broaden one’s knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignments.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Benefits include 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, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

Pay

SEI offers competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored to each role. Salary ranges are determined based on experience, qualifications, and market conditions.

Schedule

SEI offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of our employees and clients. The exact schedule will vary depending on the role and location.

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