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Senior Fund Accountant - Private Wealth

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in finance or accounting, with a proven ability to manage complex financial portfolios. Experience in private wealth management is preferred. A detail-oriented mindset, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members are essential for success in this role. Candidates should be proficient in fund accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

About the job

StepStone is a leading global private markets investment firm, providing customized investment solutions, expert advisory services, and insightful, data-driven analytics to investors worldwide. By harnessing the strength of our platform and unmatched intelligence across various sectors, strategies, and regions, we empower our clients to uncover the insights and advantages they need for success.

Position Overview:

The Senior Fund Accountant will be instrumental in the daily fund accounting, valuation, analysis, and oversight of both US and international funds. This role requires close collaboration with StepStone Private Wealth Fund Accounting and the Monitoring and Reporting teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor daily investment activities, including funding and managing investment-related expenses.
  • Handle investment portfolio forecasts, GAAP compliance, accruals, and actuals comparisons.
  • Assist in updating portfolio management data (SPI) based on daily reconciliations.
  • Support the preparation of monthly materials for the Valuation Committee.
  • Manage communications with deal teams regarding investment valuations and general partner updates.
  • Conduct operational due diligence on each general partner/investment.
  • Assist in the preparation and approval of net asset values.
  • Prepare workpapers and documentation for the annual financial statement audit.
  • Support the accounting team in transaction closures, including addressing information requests and reviewing allocations and reporting requirements.
  • Track daily cash activities, including prompting administrator wires and overseeing invoice/expense payments.
  • Manage fund forecasts and reconcile them with actuals.
  • Ensure accuracy in foreign exchange hedge position reconciliations, including timely break resolutions and adherence to fund accounting policies.
  • Coordinate with various fund administrators to ensure timely delivery of required reports.
  • Respond professionally and promptly to requests from sub-advisers and team members.
  • Assist with daily accounting and reporting tasks.
  • Help prepare company dashboards and board presentations.

Other duties as assigned.

About StepStone Group

StepStone Group is a global leader in private markets investment, delivering tailored solutions and insightful analytics to help investors achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans a wide range of sectors and strategies, making us a trusted partner for investors worldwide.

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