Job Description Summary
About The Firm:
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.
We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 3 days minimum per week in the office.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated Manager to join our Accounting Operations team in Singapore. This outstanding opportunity allows you to be part of a growing team that is passionate about implementing processes, driving continuous improvement and delivering results!
The Accounting Operations team is a group of functional teams that perform fund operational processes on a centralized basis for all funds using a consistent, standardized approach. The Manager is responsible for leading fund operations, reporting and team supervision for diverse funds and separately managed accounts.
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Possesses strong technical accounting skills related to private equity
Is a great teammate who excels in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Demonstrates proven ability in training, managing, empowering, and leading a team
Is passionate about providing timely, accurate accounting and reporting while managing multiple fund programs and accounts
Detail oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills
Work independently while managing the priorities of the team
Exhibits a strong focus on customer service by promptly addressing request from both internal and external collaborators in various time zones
What you will do:
Develop expertise in all functional areas, understanding both the depth (knowledge of process) and breadth (knowledge of fund-specific characteristics) and how they impact the process
Lead day to day fund accounting operations, including client servicing
Coordinate team members’ priorities to ensure timely reporting to stakeholders
Coordinate and review work product of team members to ensure accuracy of work
Train team members regarding technical requirements of each fund/account as well as processes
Prepare analysis for various internal and external requests
Handle other ad-hoc responsibilities as required
What you bring:
Strong technical private equity accounting knowledge, including concepts around partnership accounting, management fees, expense allocation, equity allocations and waterfalls
Strong knowledge of USGAAP and IFRS
Experienced in reviewing and preparing general ledgers and financial statements
Proven experience and ability to coordinate self as well as prioritize other team members’ work
Supervisory skills with experience in leading a team for 3-4 years
Experienced with implementing processes and collaborating across multiple time zones
Strong digital literacy (Microsoft Office) with a willingness to learn new systems and applications
Working knowledge of Efront and Great Plains highly desirable, or other Private Equity accounting software a plus
Education
A Bachelor’s Degree – Finance, Economics or Accounting or a related field required (CPA a plus)
Work Experience
8-10 years of relevant experience in private equity accounting and operations a plus
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