The Private Markets Senior Specialist will oversee the management, maintenance, and review of the Manulife Private Markets Asset Classes. In this capacity, they will be responsible for ensuring the accurate accounting of security types within Private Market asset classes. Moreover, the successful candidate will have a key role in preparing and distributing monthly and quarterly reports, as well as customized reports for the business unit.
Position Responsibilities:
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures to maintain compliance and accuracy in financial operations.
- Collaborate with technology teams to verify data mapping and ensure integrity of feeds to Investran.
- Work closely with the manager to identify and implement operational efficiencies aligned with business strategy.
- Contribute significantly to projects, new initiatives, and technology development within the Private Market Operations domain.
- Prepare Portfolio Company Capital Call and Distribution DIU files and maintain LP activity month-over-month for roll forwards.
- Generate monthly reports and perform preliminary reconciliations between Investran and other Private Market databases, including monthly and quarterly fair value, position, and cash reconciliations.
- Participate in ad-hoc projects to support Private Market Accounting Operations and related initiatives.
Additional Responsibilities
- Ensure the Investran Operations team operates within a robust control environment, adhering to procedures, controls, and escalation protocols for effective risk management.
- Collaborate with management to implement business strategies and align operations with organizational objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation by contributing to projects, new initiatives, and technology development within the fund accounting function.
- Interact with various levels of the organization to support divisional initiatives.
- Recommend and influence solutions to improve and simplify business processes when needed.
Required Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience in Alternative Investments, with a focus on fund accounting and fund administration.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field of Finance.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in an environment where adherence to procedures and controls is essential.
- Proficient computer skills, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new applications.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools such as PowerApps, Power BI, and Excel.
- Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Client-focused approach with the capability to understand and address client requirements.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships across all levels and functions within the organization, as well as with external partners.
- Quick learner and solutions-oriented, with the ability to escalate issues to management when necessary.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to react promptly and meet tight deadlines while maintaining precision and thoroughness.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with strong comprehension abilities to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated initiative and a collaborative team player mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in Operations/Accounting related to Alternative Investments (private debt, bank loans, fixed income, and mortgages).
- Experience with Investran (FIS) Platform or SimCorp.
When you join our team:
. We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
. We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
. As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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