Associate Director, Accounting

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Gen II Fund Services

OverviewTo lead a client-portfolio of accounting deliverables and as part of the Senior Management of the Private Equity function, you will drive the strategy and values of Gen II. You will act as a role-model leader, supporting both the Directors and Managers of your business unit to manage, supervise and develop an accounting team to ensure the provision of professional and first class service to clients. You will be the initial hire in the Southampton team to support the Jersey-based portfolio of Private Equity clients. You will be responsible for building and leading this time overtime.

What You’ll Be DoingYour role may include, but will be limited to, the following tasks which we call ''Defined Business Activities''. The list of defined business activities is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time:

Acts as ''Accounting Lead’ on a portfolio of Private Equity-focused clients to deliver excellent client service

Build and mould a high-performing team that is passionate about client service and the Alternatives industry

Adds value to the client relationship by anticipating needs beyond the existing relationship, where appropriate introducing the services of other business units

Runs service review meetings incorporating quantitative and qualitative data to drive continued service improvement

Inspires confidence in new and existing clients by working with clients'' key decision makers and influencers to build strong and effective relationships

Act as a higher authority on technical client specific matters

Defining client needs by listening actively to their requirements and providing solutions

Technical Expertise

To demonstrate and be recognised for technical excellence and expertise

Work closely with the Head of Technical accounting to drive consistency and best-practice across the team and wider business

Consults appropriate colleagues when undertaking work outside own area of expertise to ensure compliance and minimise risk

Demonstrates sound judgement and professional scepticism when accepting instructions from new and existing clients, particularly when dealing with risk issues

Provides independent technical and strategic guidance in the capacity of Associate Director and as director of client entities, always upholding the highest level of corporate governance and being prepared to challenge - where appropriate

To maintain knowledge of the external business environment and relevant industry specific trends in order to provide sound and practical advice to clients

Demonstrates knowledge of accounting standards, corporate governance requirements, internal compliance, anti-money laundering and other relevant policies and procedures

Ensures that all CPD requirements are met year on year for both you and all members of your team, and that training and development is relevant

Operational

Take overall responsibility for the efficiency and output of fund accounting deliverables

Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and management reports (as required)

To actively monitor, identify and implement improvements in client accounting procedures and policies so as to improve the service offered to clients and improve efficiency. To continually improve the dissemination of information that may impact on the business of Gen II and identify accounting-related opportunities, new methods and procedures to help drive forward the organisation. To clearly articulate and formally report their benefits

To consider and advise on the accounting implications of new business strategies of Gen II. Within own sphere of influence, work to further organisational goals by demonstrating commerciality and the ability to measure business needs against risk. Contribute to briefings and presentations about their relevance and potential value to the organisation

Contribute to business ad-hoc projects as required

Leadership and Management

Demonstrates the ability to support the Business Unit Director and Head of PE Accounting to drive the business unit forward in accordance with business plans and strategy, while keeping it under prudent control

To monitor the performance and action of the business unit, providing support to business unit managers in their day-to-day management of their teams

Generates innovative ideas that challenge the status quo but are strategically sound, and encourage others to demonstrate innovation

Leads, coaches and motivates the team in order to develop their capabilities through on-the-job training, appraisals and ongoing performance management

Establishes high standards for the quality of the output from each team member/contractor

Responsibility for ensuring that team deadlines and review deadlines are met

Conduct appraisals for members of the team

Recruitment interviews for hires

Develop commitment from your team and other staff through recognising good performance, providing timely and constructive feedback and through leading by example

Identifies talent and develops high-potential people within the immediate team and Gen II

Builds commitment through fair, consistent and persuasive behavior, championing ideas and setting realistic and challenging objectives through appraisal and other performance measurement initiatives

Communicates clearly and effectively, using authority and influence appropriately, and demonstrates the ability to lead and direct the efforts of others to achieve results

Encourages teambuilding and values people, their ideas and opinions. Is approachable for all types of advice, and is proactive in sharing knowledge

Administration and Financial Management

Daily input of time on timesheets and oversight at team level, ensuring that all time is recorded and financial results are monitored and continually compared with targets

Demonstrates savvy and business acumen in relation to financial management, providing realistic and considered fee quotes and invoices for client work in a timely manner

Prioritising own workflow and that of your team

Responsible for participating and leading in appropriate projects and initiatives

Attend, constructively contribute and chair internal committees/meetings as required from time to time, and ensuring the timely and accurate reporting of key information where relevant - where appropriate

Maintains a sound working knowledge of the use and impact of information technology and systems that are relevant to the business and to its clients, and to contribute in decision-making in relation to the introduction and development of IT systems to drive the Group forward

Act as a Gen II ''A'' Authorised Signatory

Travel to meet with clients as required

The ideal background for this role

Sound academic background

12 years'' relevant industry experience

Comprehensive and detailed understanding and knowledge of the private equity, offshore finance, fund administration and regulatory requirements in which we operate

Excellent understanding of client financial statements

People management theory and practical application

Performance management of a team

Role Location / Hybrid ScheduleThis role is based in our Southampton office. Although the nature of most of the roles within Gen II cannot be classed as totally flexible, there is scope in some cases for a form of Agile Working. The different ways in which Agile Working can be undertaken is dependent on the demands and needs of the business, the office space available and the individual''s preferences and circumstances.

Seniority levelDirector

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance

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