Securities Services - Alternative Fund Services - Associate

About the role

As an Associate in J.P. Morgan Alternative Fund Services, you will be part of a dynamic team that administers over $950 billion in assets globally. You will maintain the books and records of Hedge/Hybrid and Private Equity funds, review fund governing documents, prepare and review periodic Net Asset Valuations, and coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the books and records of Hedge/Hybrid and Private Equity funds
• Review fund governing documents and other related agreements, and ensure correct set-up and maintenance of fund structures and investments in accounting database
• Prepare and/or review periodic Net Asset Valuations, management fee and carried interest/performance fee calculations, investor allocations and capital account statements in adherence with the control framework, including internal policies and procedures
• Prepare and/or review capital call and distribution calculations including investor notices and reconcile call proceeds and distribution payments
• Coincide with Investor Relations, release of capital notices and quarterly reporting on investor reporting portal
• Work closely with manager, team and support functions to manage client expectations and ensure adherence to SLA timelines on client deliverables and ad hoc requests
• Liaise with support functions, internal & external stakeholders including risk and control groups, audit, tax, compliance, implementation and investor relations

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 3+ years' experience in an accounting role
• Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for Investment Funds
• Familiar with Private Equity & Hedge fund structures
• Analytical thinker and problem solver with attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and balance multiple priorities
• Team player with strong organizational, excellent interpersonal, communication and client service skills with ability to see projects to completion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite and strong MS Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA) a plus
• Experience with Investran or similar integrated Private Equity system a plus
• Experience at a Big 4, PE firm or fund administrator

Pay

Base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.

Schedule

Not specified