Fund Accounting Engagement Manager

Job DescriptionThe Engagement Manager at Standish is responsible for managing and leading all client engagements. In conjunction with the Engagement Director, the Engagement Manager is responsible for supervising the Fund Controller and Associate in matters of fund accounting, capital account maintenance and financial statement preparation.
Essential Functions
Maintain frequent client contact to keep abreast of ongoing fund activities
Manage client expectations
Manage engagement keeping in mind client needs, staff utilization and overall engagement efficiency
Supervise the audit and tax preparation process
Review all communications to the client and its investors on an ongoing basis
Assist with sourcing new clients, issuing proposals and overall business development
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
2+ years of VC/PE fund experience or fund administrator – OR – minimum 1 year as manager at a public accounting firm
Previous Private Equity/VC experience and knowledge of Partnership Accounting, preferred
CPA preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, along with life insurance, Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Comprehensive disability/maternity and paternity plans
401K
Flexible Vacation Plan
Sick Time Accrual Plan
Standard holidays along with year-end office closure
A flexible work environment for all employees.
Compensation Range$120,000 - $140,000 annually
Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.
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