SS&C is a global provider of investment and financial services and software for the financial services and healthcare industries. Named to Fortune 1000 list as top U.S. company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut and has 20,000+ employees in over 90 offices in 35 countries. Some 18,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest institutions to local firms, manage and account for their investments using SS&C's products and services.

Job Description

Associate Director, Hedge Fund/Family Office Accounting

Locations: Chicago, IL | New York | Hybrid

Get To Know The Team:

The Associate Director should have a strong background in accounting, preferably experience in family office accounting with proven client management skills, and the ability to manage and lead a team in monitoring client deliverables and meeting deadlines.  Additionally, the Associate Director is responsible for exercising sound judgment regarding the proper application of accounting principles to complex transactions.

Why You Will Love It Here!

Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model & a Business Casual Dress Code, including jeansYour Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development ReimbursementWork/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid HolidaysYour Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental LeaveDiversity & Inclusion: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on DiversityTraining: Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&C UniversityExtra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

What You Will Get To Do:

Manage multiple fund relationships, including scheduling and meeting all client deliverablesMaintain/manage client expectations and coordinate deliverables timelines with staffDemonstrate strong knowledge of accountingParticipate in new business discussions with prospects and existing clientsPrepare and maintain goals and career development plans for all direct reportsPrepare semiannual performance appraisals and discussions for all direct reportsProvide guidance and direction to staff on all technical and client-service-related topicsReview fund governing documents, offering documents, subscription documents, side letters, and investment management agreements, in order to ensure proper application of fund termsReview all transaction documentation and supporting files, and understand the features of the investment transactions, accruals, etc.Review work paper files for accuracy and completeness, including capital activity, investment activity, income and expense accruals, valuation adjustments, etc.Review management fee calculationsReview investor allocations and capital account statementsReview capital call and distribution calculations, sources/uses of cash, allocations, and investor noticesCreate, maintain, and/or review distribution waterfall (carried interest) models, in keeping with the applicable fund termsPrepare and/or review financial statements, notes disclosures, and supporting schedulesDevelop/maintain robust review procedures around deliverablesManage the year-end audit process, in collaboration with the client and auditorsWhere applicable, support the tax team with information to prepare tax compliance/reportsHelp develop and support targeted, continuing education for all direct reportsSupport corporate goals and business/departmental initiatives

What You Will Bring:

Bachelor's and/or Master's in Accounting, Finance or related field12+ years’ experience in accounting - experience in Family Office Accounting is preferredCPA designation a plusKnowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other comprehensive basis of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships5+ years’ experience supervising two or more professional staffHands-on management style with strong leadership skills and ability to develop staffDemonstrated project management skills with the ability to multi-taskExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skillsFoster a team player mentality

Thank you for your interest in SS&C! To further explore this opportunity, please apply through our careers page on the corporate website at www.ssctech.com/careers.

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SS&C offers excellent benefits including health, dental, 401k plan, tuition and professional development reimbursement plan.

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.