Manager - Fund Accounting - Centre of Excellence

Role Overview

You will be joining the Centre of Excellence (COE) for Fund Accounting in Pune as a Fund Accounting Manager. Your main responsibility will be to assist in the governance, control, and management of financial reporting processes for a designated set of Funds/entities, including Fund Administrative Oversight support. This role will involve daily interactions with the Operations team in London, including Strategy Accounting Leads and Fund Controllers. You will have the unique opportunity to coordinate with multiple stakeholders across various locations, both internal and external to the client.

You will be joining the Centre of Excellence (COE) for Fund Accounting in Pune as a Fund Accounting Manager. Your main responsibility will be to assist in the governance, control, and management of financial reporting processes for a designated set of Funds/entities, including Fund Administrative Oversight support. This role will involve daily interactions with the Operations team in London, including Strategy Accounting Leads and Fund Controllers. You will have the unique opportunity to coordinate with multiple stakeholders across various locations, both internal and external to the client.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the oversight and delivery of monthly/quarterly financial, investor, and regulatory reporting.
• Review monthly bank reconciliations and invoices in adherence with client's policies.
• Support designated Fund cash and liquidity management, including bridge facilities and treasury positions.
• Assist in monitoring compliance of the Fund LPA and side letter agreements.
• Lead ad‑hoc projects for continuous improvement to the Fund Accounting operating model.
• Final Review/Shadowing of Management Fees and subsequent reporting to client's Group Finance function.
• Responsible for overseeing a team of up to 6 Fund Accountants, providing direction, guidance, and review.
• Lead efficiency initiatives and act as the main point of contact for developing transformation ideas from India.
• Ensure all operational metrics, management reporting requirements, and requests are completed on time for the entire team.
• Developing operational risk best practices and risk mitigation strategies for the overall betterment of fund accounting.

Qualifications Required

• CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or master's degree in finance/accounting/business with at least 10 PQE in Fund Administration, Private Equity & Venture Capital, and/or accounting experience gained in an Asset Manager or Fund Administrator.
• Proven experience in Private Equity/Alternative Asset Industry of 7 years.
• Strong knowledge of private fund structures (Debt and/or equity) and reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and PowerPoint.
• Ability to meet deadlines, solve problems with strong analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Proven experience of managing a team.
• Desirable: Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and/or Lux GAAP; understanding of financial instruments across the capital structure; thorough understanding of carry structures and waterfalls desirable; experience of complex private equity fund fee calculations and reporting matters.

Company Details

The company operates a Centre of Excellence for Fund Accounting in Pune, where you will be an integral part of the team. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with local and global teams, contributing to a positive work environment. The role requires a highly driven and motivated individual with excellent time management and organizational skills.