Job Description

Job title

Vice President - Alternative Fund Services - Private Equity

Short description

Join a team of passionate and dedicated professionals in Alternative Fund Administration industry working for one of the world’s most innovative banks.

Posting description

The ideal candidate for this role should have a strong background in accounting, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and an eye for detail.

As a Vice President in our Private Equity and Real Estate Services Fund Administration team, you will be responsible for administering private equity funds and other alternative investment vehicles, including preparing & reviewing financial statements and reports and providing support for investor relations activities. Additionally, you will be expected to lead a team of fund accounting professionals, provide guidance and training, coordinate with various stakeholders and support audit process.

If you think you have what it takes to join our team, apply now!

Job Responsibilities

• Manage team of highly talented Private Equity Fund Accounting professionals
• Take end to end ownership of client deliverables and cultivate client relationships
• Assist Fund Accountants in preparation work for complex entities & Review the financial statements, capital calls and other client deliverables produced by the Fund Accountants
• Comprehend fund agreements in order to determine impact on fund set up & reporting
• Partner with various internal and external stakeholders, Lead strategic projects for internal initiatives & external clients
• Develop team members by setting objectives, providing performance feedback, participate in mentoring program and monitor team's adherence to control procedures
• Monitor and evaluate current processes and technology, and work with management to improve and gain efficiencies

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Accounting / ICWA / CA / MBA / CPA
• Minimum 10 years of accounting experience, preferably private equity or hedge fund accounting
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and accounting software
• Strong technical knowledge of complex accounting concepts, structures, and investor allocations
• Ability to function in high-pressure situations and meet strict deadlines consistently
• Must be extremely organized and able to multitask, motivated and willing to explore new ways to enhance a process
• Must have people management, relationship building skills to develop partnerships and drive results

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Familiarity with complex private equity legal and investment structures & various waterfall models
• Experience using partnership accounting applications (e.g. Investran)
• Experience of working in a truly global operating model with counterparts located in multiple countries and time zones

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.