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Standish Management

Fund Accounting Engagement Manager (SBIC)

Chicago, Illinois, United States; ChicagoUnited States
Manager · Fund Administration
POSTED 2 SEPTVERIFIED 1H AGO
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Job Description

The manager will manage multiple client relationships, ensuring superior client service with their client service team members.

Essential Functions

  • Manage and oversee the SBA compliance reporting process, including SBA Form 468 preparation
  • Review capital call & distribution calculations and letters
  • Review waterfalls and partner capital account statements
  • Coordinate with internal teams on client deliverables as needed
  • Coach, mentor, and develop Senior Associates and Associates through performance feedback, technical training, and career development planning
  • Daily client and team member interaction
  • Assist with special projects as needed
  • Perform internal administrative tasks, including document management and time tracking
  • Review processes and make recommendations on how they can become more efficient
  • Lead client discussions, provide technical guidance, and proactively identify opportunities to improve service delivery
  • Partner with clients and auditors to ensure timely and accurate execution of year end audits
  • Act as a trusted advisor by providing insights, recommendations, and solutions to complex fund accounting and operational matters

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
  • 5+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
  • Leadership experience in private equity, venture capital, private credit, or fund administration
  • Strong understanding of partnership accounting, capital activity, waterfalls, allocations, and carried interest calculations
  • Experience preparing or reviewing fund financial statements under US GAAP
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, financial modeling techniques, and data analysis tools
  • Ability to leverage technology and automation tools to improve operational efficiency
  • Able to multitask and perform tasks under strict deadlines
  • Experience delegating, training and supervising staff
  • Experience managing client relationships
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Stand Out Qualifications:

  • CPA
  • Knowledge of SBIC accounting and SBA regulatory reporting
  • Experience with fund accounting platforms such as Investran, Allvue, Geneva, or similar systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
  • 401K
  • Flexible Vacation Plan
  • Sick Time Accrual Plan
  • Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
  • A flexible work environment for all employees

Compensation Range: $100,000+ annually

*Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

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