Private Equity Manager

Core Duties

Responsibilities will vary based on client needs and fund structures but may include:

• Coordinating capital activity such as investor contributions and distributions
• Producing periodic valuations and financial reports
• Calculating management and performance fees, and allocating profits/losses
• Building and updating waterfall models for profit distribution
• Generating performance metrics, including IRR calculations
• Handling custom reporting requests from clients and investors
• Acting as a liaison between clients and internal leadership to ensure service consistency
• Maintaining a strong internal control environment for accounting operations
• Leading a team of up to 10 professionals, including training and performance management
• Addressing complex accounting issues escalated by junior staff
• Improving operational workflows and internal procedures
• Overseeing audit processes and ensuring timely completion
• Supporting client onboarding and transitions
• Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations

Adaptability is key, as the role may evolve based on business priorities and client expectations.

Qualifications & Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in fund accounting, ideally within private equity or hedge fund administration
• Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Mathematics
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is a plus but not mandatory
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working independently and within a team
• Experience with fund accounting platforms (e.g., Investran) is highly desirable
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills