SS&C Technologies
SS&C Technologies
SS&C Technologies develops technology and services for financial services and healthcare organizations. Its offerings support asset management, banking, healthcare, insurance, wealth management, hedge fund administration, private equity administration, and mutual fund transfer operations. The company combines proprietary software with industry expertise to help clients manage complex operational processes across consulting, insurance, logistics, and related markets. Founded in 1986, SS&C Technologies is a large global organization with more than 10,000 employees.

Private Equity Fund Accounting Manager – SS&C Technologies, New York (Hybrid)

Lead private equity fund accounting, client reporting, audits, and staff development for SS&C Technologies. The role covers fund waterfalls, investor allocations, financial statements, and year-end audit coordination.

Description

  • Oversee key client relationships and deliver fund accounting and reporting on schedule.
  • Apply alternative investment accounting expertise to private equity limited partnerships.
  • Set goals, coach junior staff, and contribute to their performance reviews.
  • Review fund governing documents, including limited partnership agreements, offering documents, side letters, and investment management agreements.
  • Oversee and review transactions such as capital calls, distributions, accruals, and valuation adjustments.
  • Prepare and review workpapers, capital account statements, investor allocations, and management fee calculations.
  • Build and maintain distribution waterfall models based on fund terms.
  • Review financial statements, supporting schedules, and disclosures.
  • Coordinate year-end audits with clients, auditors, and internal teams.
  • Support tax reporting and other client deliverables.
  • Manage client expectations and coordinate schedules with internal teams.
  • Contribute to team and firm initiatives, process improvement, and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
  • At least 7 years of accounting experience focused on alternative investment funds, including private equity or fund of funds.
  • At least 2 years of management or supervisory experience.
  • CPA designation is a plus.
  • Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and other comprehensive bases of accounting, especially investment partnerships.
  • Experience supervising one or two junior professionals.
  • Substantial input into hiring and termination decisions, with ongoing performance feedback for staff.
  • Hands-on management approach, strong leadership, and ability to develop junior staff.
  • Demonstrated project management ability and capacity to handle multiple tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency, including advanced Excel skills.
  • Sungard Investran experience is a plus.
  • Collaborative approach and ability to work independently.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Parental leave.
  • Opportunity for professional development reimbursement.
  • Potential annual discretionary bonus.
  • Potential equity awards, including restricted stock units or stock options.

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