Supervisor, Alternative Investment Funds

About the position The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is growing rapidly and is seeking new members on our Alternative Investment Funds team. Our primary goal is to provide exceptional customer service and administration servicing for our clients' assigned hedge and private equity funds. As a Fund Accounting Supervisor, you will act as an intermediary between the funds and their investment managers and serve as the official record keeper for the funds. You will also train and supervise the accounting analysts on the team. You will initially be working out of the clients offices in Stanford, Connecticut. Responsibilities • Price and maintain timely records for hedge and private equity holdings using various external pricing resources. • Perform timely reconciliations regarding Net Asset Values and provide accounting reports. • Communicate the transactions associated with the fund(s) and work closely with internal and external clients to provide accurate and thorough accounting packages. • Coordinate and support various year-end audit engagements in accordance with GAAP accounting standards. • Perform due diligence to ensure clients are in compliance with government laws and regulations. • Train and supervise the accounting analysts on systems, processing, procedures, and job responsibilities. • Assist in managing a team environment that encourages self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality. • Review the work of fund accountant analysts to ensure error-free reconciliations and reporting. • Correspond with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries including reconciliations, coordinating scheduled deliverables, and escalation concerns. • Assist the manager with conducting performance appraisals, monthly one-on-ones with the team analysts and provide career pathing and training. • Participate in analyst interviews to ensure staffing requirements are met. • Identify processes across the division and organization for improvement. Requirements • BA / BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent professional experience. • Minimum 2 years experience in the fund services industry, alternatives experience preferred. • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Strong customer service skills. Nice-to-haves • A drive to broaden one's knowledge of the financial services industry. • Attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy. • Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. • Positivity and collegial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients. • Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail. Benefits • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA) • Life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage) • 401k match • Tuition reimbursement • Commuter benefits • 11 paid holidays/year • 21+ days paid time off/year pro-rated • Paid parental leave • Discounted stock purchase plan • Investment options • Flexible Time Off (FTO) Apply tot his job