Private Equity : AVP

Organisation Name

The Citco Group Limited

Description

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Job Description

About The Company:  

Our heritage, since founding a civil law notary practice in the 1940s to establishing the Curacao International Trust Company in the 1960s, is built on challenging paradigms and delivering exceptional service within the financial and professional services industry. Today, we continue to pioneer award-winning services and technology solutions that meet ever changing markets. A commitment to investing in people, and proprietary technologies, has resulted in our reputation as the industry’s preeminent service provider, reassuring clients that their critical administration functions are in safe hands. Our thought leadership and ability to quickly navigate complex change means our clients can depend on us as trusted advisors to make informed decisions in response to market conditions.  

• Citco Fund Services & Investor Relations:  CFS is the global leader in services for the alternative investment industry. 

• Governance Services:  Provides customised solutions, including corporate and global subsidiary governance, secretarial services, financial accounting and reporting, tax and audit liaison, and market entry services. 

• Banking, Depositary & Custody Services:  Citco Banks operate in strategic financial centres and provide Institutional and Fund of Funds clients access to the funds universe. 

• Citco Technology Management:  Provides secure infrastructures and develops award-winning technology products that underpin our commitment to service excellence.  

Organisation Name: The Citco Group Limited  

Shift Timing: 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM  

Description: Hybrid  

Job Title: Assistant Vice President  

Reports To: Vice President  

Department: Private Equity  

Location: Hyderabad 

Company Overview:  

Citco is a privately owned organization providing specialized services to Private Equity and Real Estate firms, hedge funds, international financial institutions and high-net worth individuals. We are the leading administrator in the alternative funds space worldwide (with over US$900 billion of assets under administration) and one of the largest corporate fiduciary and administrative services companies.  

We have over 75 years’ experience in providing administration services to a diverse group of organisations, including those in the Real Assets and Private Equity sectors. Through our global network of 60 offices in 40 countries we assist clients with their administration and reporting requirements; we set-up and (co)manage holdings, administer corporate activities, and maintain the good legal standing of their companies.  

About the Role:  

Your role will encompass the administration of and any services pursuant to Administration Agreements in respect of a portfolio of Private Equity funds working closely with the Vice President and supervising a small team of accountants.  

Job Duties in Brief:  

• Responsible for maintaining books and records and calculation of fund Net Asset Values; 

• Coordinating and reviewing financial statements and associated reports, including performance metrics for monthly/quarterly reporting; 

• Coordinate and review calculations of carried interest/performance/incentive fees; 

• Coordinate and review calculations and investor allocations for capital calls, distributions and equalizations; 

• Coordinate and review partner capital account statements; 

• Coordinate processing of payments and other transactions; 

• Supervise junior staff, reviewing and signing off on work performed; 

• Act as a primary day-to-day contact with clients and other fund participants; 

• Work closely with the Investor Relations team to respond to investor queries and disseminate capital activity and other investor notices; 

• Maintain relationships with investors, investment advisors/managers, banks and auditors and other fund participants; 

• Assist auditors and other fund participants and advisers; 

• Participate in presentations to existing and prospective clients; 

• Monitor compliance of various agreements with clients, including the Service Level Agreement; 

• Participate in projects that may be defined from time to time in connection with the continuing expansion and evolution of the business; 

• Any other functions required as part of the business of the Company, and reporting to the Vice President.  

Qualification:  

• Master Degree in Accounting, Finance, any other professional accounting qualification (ie. CA, CPA or ACCA or equivalent) 

• Minimum of 8+ years’ experience in accounting for the financial services sector, particularly Private Equity, Asset Management or Fund Administration. 

• Knowledge of IFRS and / or USGAAP 

• Experienced in reviewing and preparing general ledger and financial statements. 

• Established knowledge in relation to accounting and consolidations under IFRS. 

• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English (both verbal and written). 

• Motivated, bright and diligent individual who is driven to meet deadlines. 

• A team player who is able to manage individual responsibilities. 

• Supervisory skills with experience in managing and/or leading staff for 3-4 years. 

• Strong business acumen. 

• Good client/business relationship management. 

• Sound judgment, problem solving and analytical skills. 

• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc). 

• User experience with enterprise accounting systems. 

• Working knowledge of Investran highly desirable. 

• Experience in Limited Partnership accounting. 

• Private equity/real estate fund experience. Exposure to complex fund structure, waterfall computation, preferred return.  

Working at Citco:  

• A challenging and rewarding role in an award-winning global business. 

• Opportunities for personal and professional career development. 

• Great working environment, competitive salary and benefits, and opportunities for educational support. 

• Be part of an industry leading global team, renowned for excellence.  

Company Website:  

https://citco.com  

Location

Hyderabad