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The Manager of Fund Accounting is responsible for managing the activities of multiple clients assigned, overseeing the Senior and Staff Accountants to ensure that the client’s needs are being met and tasks are being delegated appropriately. The position is responsible for reviewing work, providing guidance and training, and assisting with the monitoring and assessment of current processes and procedures.

In addition, the Manager of Fund Accounting manages sophisticated reporting and communications for hedge fund clients and fund managers.

Our primary location for this role is Atlanta, but we’re also open to exceptional candidates based in Houston or Boston.

• Performs and reviews the accounting, financial reporting, investor reporting, and cash management operations of hedge funds and private equity funds.
• Prepares and reviews portfolio accounts, valuation, fee calculations and security pricing.
• Hires, trains, coaches and manages assigned staff member(s) to provide and effectively meet and maintain assigned clients’ recurring fund administration tasks.
• Builds and maintains positive client relationships, as well as service providers that work with clients.
• Manages the accounting responsibilities related to the implementation of new funds.
• Works directly with the client to agree on services to be performed, based on an understanding of Trident’s service agreement with clients and the controlling documents for the funds/entities.
• Monitors and evaluates current processes and technology and works with peers and senior management to improve and gain efficiencies.
• Maintains principle books and records in accordance with GAAP.
• Scopes new engagements and special projects for existing clients.
• Prepares and reviews portfolio accounts, valuation, fee calculations, and security pricing.
• Prepares and reviews statistical analyses of stock basis, profit and loss, and intercompany accounts for a variety of transactions.
• Onboards and assists new clients with structuring, local regulatory applications and fund documentation.
• Responds to ad hoc requests from clients.
• Coordinates audits of all funds, including preparation of audited financial statements and footnotes, as well as with the fund(s) annual audit.
• Attends industry events on a regular basis; for example, SEAFA and ACG Atlanta, and builds industry network.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Senior Manager or VP of Fund Accounting.

• An undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or other related discipline required, a master’s degree is preferred.
• 3 – 5 years related or comparable experience.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.> Experience with Advent Geneva, QuickBooks, or Allvue a+, with ability to learn new software as needed.> Ability to effectively manage team and provide guidance and support where needed.> Firm understanding of GAAP, specifically as it relates to fund accounting.> Excellent problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.> Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel to attend industry events.
• Attention to detail, self-management, and the ability to effectively prioritize workload and tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, 3rd party service providers and internal personnel.
• Ability to properly delegate work to ensure deadlines are being met.
• Ability to complete and review complex calculations such as fund NAV calculations, waterfalls/investor allocations and other various calculations.
• 1 – 3 years of supervisory experience.

Trident Trust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discriminationand harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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