Director, Fund Administration

Job Description

Director, Fund Administration

Locations : Dublin, OH Kansas City, MO Hybrid

Get To Know The Team :

Our Directors in Fund Administration lead teams responsible for transaction processing, proper application of accounting principles to complex transactions and financial reporting for hedge fund clients.

Why You Will Love It Here!

• Flexibility : Hybrid Work Model & a Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
• Your Future : 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement
• Work / Life Balance : Flexible Personal / Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Your Wellbeing : Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
• Diversity & Inclusion : Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity
• Training : Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&C University
• Extra Perks : Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

What You Will Get To Do :

Responsible for overall management of the financial reporting process, including coordination of annual audits with independent accountants.

Review annual and semi-annual reports and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP reporting requirements. Review and / or prepare supporting information for SEC Form filings (e.

g., N-CEN, N-CSR, N-PORT, 24F-2, N-2, N1-A)

• Prepare and / or review Board reports and assist in the renewal of client’s Fidelity and E&O insurance policies. May attend Board of Director meetings for fund clients as a representative of ALPS
• Review and approve annual operating expense budgets, monthly expense payments (including 12b-1 payments from the Funds) and monitor budgeted verses actual expenses
• Review and approve distributions for closed-end funds
• Monitor fund expense ratios and make sure they are in line with the projected budget
• Coordinate with internal teams at ALPS to facilitate implementation of new industry regulations or special projects for client initiatives and provide general assistance to clients on accounting and reporting matters
• May serve in an officer capacity for fund complexes, including as Principal Financial Officer in which Sarbanes-Oxley certifications are required
• Managerial responsibilities, including hiring, conducting performance appraisals, career planning and administering disciplinary actions.
• Other managerial duties may include ensuring accurate client billing, internal management reporting, enforcing company policies and procedures, and recommending enhancements to internal business processes, policies & procedures.

What You Will Bring :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management or equivalent business experience
• 8+ years accounting and / or business experience in registered investment company industry
• Experience in alternative investment / private equity strategy and closed-end / interval funds
• CPA a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong multi-tasking, problem solving and organizational skills
• Computer experience (Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
30+ days ago