SS&C

financial services

AssociateDirector-FundAccounting

Dublin, Ireland; Cork, Ireland; Ireland FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Associate Director - Fund Accounting at SS&C. Skills: fund accounting, team leadership, client management, regulatory compliance. delivering comprehensive fund accounting services to a diverse portfolio of alternative investment funds. ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to regulatory requirements”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to regulatory requirements; seamless service delivery

Industry & Context.

financial services
Problems you'll solve

analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in fund accounting, at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial role within the alternative investments industry, In-depth knowledge of various fund structures (private equity, real estate, hedge funds) and their associated accounting treatments, understanding of relevant accounting standards (IFRS, Lux GAAP, US GAAP) and regulatory frameworks, Proven experience in managing and developing a team of professionals, Excellent client management and communication skills, Proficiency in fund accounting software (e. g. , Geneva) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail, Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment, Fluency in English

Nice to Have

Professional accounting qualification (e. g. , ACCA, ACA, CPA), proficiency in French or German

What You'll Do.

delivering comprehensive fund accounting services to a diverse portfolio of alternative investment funds

and adherence to regulatory requirements

Lead and manage a team of fund accountants

Oversee the preparation and review of NAV calculations

and investor reporting

Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Act as a primary point of contact for clients

Review and approve complex accounting entries

and financial reports

Develop and implement operational efficiencies and process improvements

Participate in client onboarding and new fund launches

Stay abreast of industry trends

and new accounting pronouncements

Assist in the preparation and review of audit schedules and liaise with external auditors

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with internal departments (e. g. , legal, compliance, operations) to ensure seamless service delivery

Communication Scope

client management and communication skills; addressing inquiries; providing reporting insights; managing service delivery expectations

Full Job Description

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology. **_Job Description_** The Associate Director - Fund Accounting will lead a team responsible for delivering comprehensive fund accounting services to a diverse portfolio of alternative investment funds, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to regulatory requirements. This role involves significant client interaction, operational oversight, and strategic team leadership. Job Responsibilities * Lead and manage a team of fund accountants, including performance management, training, and development. * Oversee the preparation and review of NAV calculations, financial statements, and investor reporting for various fund structures (e.g., private equity, real estate, hedge funds). * Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, Lux GAAP, US GAAP) and regulatory requirements. * Act as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing reporting insights, and managing service delivery expectations. * Review and approve complex accounting entries, reconciliations, and financial reports. * Develop and implement operational efficiencies and process improvements within the fund accounting department. * Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., legal, compliance, operations) to ensure seamless service delivery. * Participate in client onboarding and new fund launches, ensuring smooth integration of accounting processes. * Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and new accounting pronouncements. * Assist in the preparation and review of audit schedules and liaise with external auditors. Job Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Prof

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