Job Description
The Senior Associate Fund Financial Operations is an integral member of the Fund Financial Operations (7FO8) team with primary responsibility for (i) quarterly financial results via oversight of the fund administrator and review of accounting results and all required reporting (ii) quarterly investor reports on behalf of sponsored commingled fund and separate account vehicles and (iii) recurring and ad-hoc operational and financial performance requests from existing and prospective investors and the consulting community. This role will also ensure that investors receive all requested information in an accurate, timely and courteous manner and support other groups with timely data to support the operations and efforts of the firm.
Why this role matters:
- Investor Trust: Deliver quarterly/annual reporting packages and ad-hoc investor/consultant requests with rigor and consistency.
- Control & Assurance: Own internal controls over financial reporting and key contributions to the SOC 1 environment.
- One Control Framework: Harmonize policies and processes across multiple fund administrators and geographies.
- Business Partnership: Translate financial results into clear implications for portfolio managers and senior leadership.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, and highly motivated finance professional with a proven track record in financial reporting, leading teams, organizational effectiveness, process improvement, financial and data quality reviews, and on-time, accurate and courteous delivery to clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for accounting and/or financial reporting and a commitment to continuous development and growth in the finance field. They will demonstrate a high level of reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude, excelling both independently and as part of a team. With excellent interpersonal skills, the candidate will confidently engage with internal stakeholders and external partners in a polished and professional manner. Additionally, they will possess the adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, changing environment.
Essential Duties:
- Direct day-to-day financial operations of the assigned funds; ensure accurate/timely NAVs, capital accounts, allocations; review/approve financials, calls/distributions, investor packages
- Review quarterly financial statements, management fee and carried interest calculations, and other reporting provided by third-party fund administrators.
- Maintain oversight of fund accounting activities performed by third-party administrators, ensuring alignment with US GAAP, investor expectations, and operational standards.
- Review recurring and ad-hoc investor and consultant inquiries, surveys, and questionnaires related to operational and financial information with the aptitude to understand the request, organize the data collection between teams, and provide the deliverable with appropriate information, ensuring consistency with past reporting and appropriate disclosures.
- Produce quarterly investor reports in Workiva by working closely with Portfolio Management, Fund Administrator, Asset Management, and other teams to assemble and process operational and financial data required for disclosure purposes.
- Assist with reviewing processing capital calls, distributions and other investor communications.
- Maintain accuracy of data for their assigned commingled funds and/or separate accounts and investors in the Juniper Square investor portal.
- Liaise with other FFO team members to implement process efficiencies that ensure consistency, scalability and ensure best practices are adopted across the team and firm.
- Manage the data flow and reporting framework to ensure timely, accurate, and relevant communications to investors
- Perform other essential duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
- 4+ years of applicable experience in investment, fund, and/or investor reporting.
- Real estate private equity experience strongly preferred.
- Exceptionally strong analytical and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
- Strong attention to detail and quality of deliverables.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while being flexible, adaptable, and having fun.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Experience with Workiva, Juniper Square, and Yardi preferred.
- Ability to work extended hours as needed.
- Willing to work onsite full-time.
- Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job title.
Key Competencies:
- High level of attention to detail, aptitude, poise and reliability.
- Highly motivated self-starter who can work well both individually and as part of a team.
- Proven track record of excellence in project management and meeting deadlines.
- Possesses a great attitude and a strong level of work ethic, honesty, and integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels of internal employees as well as with external parties in a polished and professional manner.
At Affinius Capital our employees enjoy generous benefits packages including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, educational and professional designation assistance, casual dress attire and much more! The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
