Real Asset Technical Advisor, Vice President

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Vice President to drive ownership, coordinate, and assist in delivering training content for our growing Real Assets segment within our Private Markets Alterative Accounting team. They will partner with all US locations and colleagues in our international hub locations to establish technical training materials and deliver them to new employees or those that need to expand their skill sets. They will be responsible for the library of training materials and establishing the delivery of the materials to the accounting and support staff in our segment.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part State Street, also known as Alternative Investment Solutions is a recognized industry-leading provider of fund accounting, fund administration and risk services to hedge funds and private equity funds. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements.

Skills Required and What you will be responsible for

As Fund Accounting Real Asset Technical Advisor, VP you will be responsible for

• Strong working knowledge of Private Markets
• Strong Technical Fund Accounting skills for both closed end and open end funds
• Knowledge of accounting controls and how they impact process requirements
• Technical understanding of Private Fund capital flows and allocations(calls, distributions, recycling)
• Technical understanding of complex fee calculations (Waterfall, Incentive, Management)
• Broad knowledge of public and private portfolio investments
• Ability to create or edit procedures and instructions so that they can be understood broadly
• Ability to work with management on identifying areas of knowledge deficiency and creating plans and materials to strengthen
• Responsible for curating (and maintaining) library of written and recorded trainings for Accounting Functions
• Responsible for coordinating the training of new employees directly or through working with resources globally
• Ability to track and report on the progress of induvial and group training initiatives

What we value

• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently to meet client deliverables.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with accounting
• 12+ years of general ledger accounting or audit experience
• 6+ years of leadership experience
• Strong preference for individuals with working knowledge across accounting and partnership platforms (Investran, Geneva, WSO, Oracle Financials, IFS and State Street Proprietary software)

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers.

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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