SVP - Fund Accounting

Duties Proven ability to develop strong relationships on a global level (i.e. Executive, HR, Recruitment and Finance); Strong leadership skills over fund team operations, ensuring the work quality and overall client satisfaction is high; Oversight in company-wide technical training initiatives and a demonstrated ability fund accounting concepts at a high-level required; Partner with Business Development on additional work for existing contracts or on new pricing contracts and proactively provide suggestions on client pricing when applicable; Advise on high-level fund accounting concepts (i.e., complex waterfall structures); Perform regular client check-ins to ensure high client satisfaction and upsell clients; Organize and lead weekly team meetings Provide guidance and advisory on high-level employee relations issues, staffing, performance management, etc., partnering with the COO and Human Resources; Ability to multi-task between different tasks and internal demands throughout the day; Responsible for identifying and implementing "Best Practices" across the operations team; Act as subject matter experts on prospective client calls, partnering with our Business Development Team; Drive implementation of new policies, procedures, technology and overall initiatives; Responsibility for oversight and analysis of internally developed budget model, including capacity and gross profit; and • Provide supervision, guidance and coaching to VPs, Directors and the broader teams as needed. Knowledge/Skills Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, methods, procedures, internal controls with the ability to exercise good judgement in selecting and interpreting information; Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships; Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties; • Preferred experience with budgeting, allocations, capacity and gross profit files; Demonstrated networking ability with potential and/or current clients; Ability to train and retain Senior Management and oversee several teams with various client profiles; Ability to organize and prioritize work, assisting in the coordination of the work of other team members as needed; Advanced computer and technical skills, including the use of MS Office Suite and other financial systems; Ability to effectively provide team members and others with information, training and assistance as needed; Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex accounting procedures and analysis; preparation of work papers; general knowledge of financial reporting; Demonstrate sound research, interpretive and problem-solving abilities. Qualifications 15 + years' (relevant) experience in PE Accounting or related field; 10 + years' supervisory experience in the following: performance management (including coaching, progressive discipline, performance review delivery etc.), training, talent acquisition and retention; Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field; Advanced degree (MBA or MSA) in Accounting or related field preferred; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is strongly preferred; Experience in forecasting and budgeting during an accelerated growth period; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Investran or other partnership accounting software a plus; Ability to multitask, time management, attention to detail, planning and problem-solving skills required; Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively through written and oral communication with current and potential clients and; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle/manage multiple team and individual priorities and deadlines. Ultimus Leverpoint is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of the applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship or any other status entitled to protection under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. No questions on our employment application are intended to secure information that is to be used for impermissible purposes.

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