An investment management firm is seeking a VP of fund accountant to join their team.
Responsibilities: The VP, Fund Accountant will:
Member of the finance team responsible for the accounting and financial reporting oversight for Neuberger Berman's Private Credit business
Oversight and compliance of fund credit facilities by accurately comprehending and interpreting the agreement, while maintaining a thorough knowledge of the assets in the portfolio
Perform data analysis on large asset portfolios including data reconciliation and calculation of portfolio compliance tests such as portfolio quality and concentration ratios
Oversight of the Fund Administrator responsible for the preparation of the quarterly financial statements, capital account statements, capital calls and distribution notices
Review and analyze distribution waterfalls based on fund legal documents
Review partnership and fund IRRs on a quarterly basis and prepare ad hoc calculations
Review management fee calculations
Assist audit and tax professionals in year end audit and tax reporting
Prepare detailed cash projections for fund liquidity reporting
Assist marketing in preparation of LP specific reporting and responses to prospective client RFP
Work with investor relations answer LP questions
Various ad-hoc requests from senior management and portfolio managers
Assist with SEC or other regulatory compliance as required
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or higher degree in Accounting or Finance
Strong understanding of accounting theory and fund accounting and financial reporting
10 - 12 years accounting/finance experience
Experience with credit related products, including loan settlement and trade reconciliations is a plus
Desired Skills:
CPA
Highly detail oriented and organized in work
Ability to meet assigned deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from manager to accomplish objectives
Proficiency with email and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results.