SEI Investments is a leading global provider of asset management and investment technology solutions. The company's innovative solutions help corporations, financial institutions, financial advisors, and affluent families create and manage wealth. As SEI expands its presence into the Singapore market, this role will play a critical part in establishing strong fund accounting operations, ensuring client confidence, and supporting the firm's continued international growth. SEI is a people focused organization which encourages and recognizes employee development as being a critical component in the provision of excellent client service. An open, collaborative and detail-oriented environment underpins this business objective.
Position Description:
The Fund Accounting Manager will manage a team in a high growth area of SEI. This individual will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with clients, in addition to internally in the Fund Accounting department and more broadly across the organization. Candidates must have an advanced level of understanding of Alternative fund structures and related investment types. The candidate will ultimately be responsible for the day-to-day running of their team and the management of a portfolio of clients.
What you'll do:
- Serve as primary senior point of contact for clients on accounting matters.
- Responsible for ensuring delivery of timely and accurate NAVs.
- Ensure client service excellence and query resolution on a timely basis.
- Own root cause analysis for issues and ensure remediation is fit-for-purpose.
- Participate in and/or lead department initiatives & group projects as appropriate, in particular those related to operating model improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Ensure all procedures and controls are adhered to.
- Manage resource planning of the team including partnering with other teams.
- Train, coach and mentor new employees; develop and motivate staff within their team.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, third parties and other functional groups across SEI.
- Represent SEI and present Administrator's report at Fund Board Meetings as required.
- Review Fund documents in advance of new fund launches; identify and highlight potential operational issues and risks.
- Provide ongoing subject matter expertise to support our new business efforts.
What you bring to the table:
- At least 10 years experience in Alternative funds, with at least 3 years in managerial capacity. Some experience in private markets is preferable.
- Experience in working on a Fund Accounting system, preferably Investran and/or Geneva.
- Have a strong knowledge of Alternative fund structures, various Fund domiciles, regulatory requirements and performance calculations.
- Demonstrable experience of Fund/fee documentation review and interpretation.
- Experience coaching/mentoring.
- Strong data management skills. 1
- ACCA qualified preferable but not essential.
- A curious mindset and ability to execute change.
Attributes we value:
- Strong oral, written communication and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational and collaboration skills.
- Fluency in English Language (both verbal and written) essential.
- Energetic, accountable and driven.
- Positive can do attitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Team player.
- Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize work and manage time to maximize efficiency and to meet deadlines.
- Adaptable.
Why join us
- SEI is a global leader in investment management services, and manages, advises, or administers approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. SEI's Investment Managers business is the largest private credit fund administrator by assets worldwide.
- Play a founding role in SEI's APAC launch, shaping the future of our APAC business from the ground up, while leveraging the scale, technology, and expertise of a leading global platform.
- Operate in a senior, externally facing role with direct exposure to regional leadership and global IMS executives, influencing go-to-market strategy and client outcomes across APAC.
- Work in a culture that values integrity, innovation, and exceptional client service.
