What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Services Manager for Private Equity and Hedge Funds position at SEI?
Overview
SEI Investments, a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions, is seeking an experienced Financial Services Manager to join our growing team. As a key member of our Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting Teams, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, accounting, and administration services to our clients. With a strong focus on quality and accuracy, you will ensure that our clients receive the best possible support in their financial endeavors.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled professional with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the fund services industry, preferably with alternatives experience. You should have a BA/BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent professional experience. In addition, you should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy. Strong customer service skills are also essential, as you will be communicating daily with clients and other service providers.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and driven to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality. They will also have the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, embodying SEI's Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection, and fun. For more information about SEI's values, please visit our website at https://www.seic.com/.
Responsibilities
As a Financial Services Manager, you will be responsible for managing the delegation of funds to your team, coordinating/onboarding new fund set-ups, serving as a liaison between clients and internal teams, and working closely with all parties to provide accurate and thorough accounting packages. You will also perform due-diligence to ensure clients are in compliance with government laws and regulations, adhere to our Anti-Money Laundering policies and procedures when reviewing all fund transactions, and authorize wire payments from fund's escrow accounts. Additionally, you will review and approve month-end valuations prior to distribution to clients with a goal of 100% accuracy. In addition, you will correspond with investment managers regarding day-to-day inquiries, including questions on transactions associated with the fund(s), administration servicing planning, and reporting of funds and financial statements. Client engagement and dedication to quality service are musts for success. You will also connect with investment managers, transfer agents, and sales and service teams to resolve open issues and questions, get in touch with internal technology support and vendor support when necessary to resolve any production issues or system support queries. Furthermore, you will conduct performance appraisals, monthly one-on-ones with your supervisors and analysts, and provide career pathing and training. Lastly, you will ensure staffing requirements are met by assessing resource requirements, interviewing candidates, and hiring employees. You will also provide and champion a team environment to include individual development, promotions, and disciplinary action. Additionally, you will support the new business development and relationship teams for prospect calls, client visits, and presentations. Finally, you will facilitate the onboarding of new and converted clients by gathering client requirements, submitting custom requests, and communicating key deliverables to your team members.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of benefits to help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents, and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and be there for the people you care about. Our benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks, and more. We are committed to helping you build a fulfilling career and achieve a better work-life balance. Our average salary for this position is $95,000 per year, with opportunities for growth and advancement based on individual performance.
SEI Investments, a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions, is seeking an experienced Financial Services Manager to join our growing team. As a key member of our Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting Teams, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, accounting, and administration services to our clients. With a strong focus on quality and accuracy, you will ensure that our clients receive the best possible support in their financial endeavors.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled professional with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the fund services industry, preferably with alternatives experience. You should have a BA/BS in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or equivalent professional experience. In addition, you should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy. Strong customer service skills are also essential, as you will be communicating daily with clients and other service providers.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and driven to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality. They will also have the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, embodying SEI's Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection, and fun. For more information about SEI's values, please visit our website at https://www.seic.com/.
Responsibilities
As a Financial Services Manager, you will be responsible for managing the delegation of funds to your team, coordinating/onboarding new fund set-ups, serving as a liaison between clients and internal teams, and working closely with all parties to provide accurate and thorough accounting packages. You will also perform due-diligence to ensure clients are in compliance with government laws and regulations, adhere to our Anti-Money Laundering policies and procedures when reviewing all fund transactions, and authorize wire payments from fund's escrow accounts. Additionally, you will review and approve month-end valuations prior to distribution to clients with a goal of 100% accuracy. In addition, you will correspond with investment managers regarding day-to-day inquiries, including questions on transactions associated with the fund(s), administration servicing planning, and reporting of funds and financial statements. Client engagement and dedication to quality service are musts for success. You will also connect with investment managers, transfer agents, and sales and service teams to resolve open issues and questions, get in touch with internal technology support and vendor support when necessary to resolve any production issues or system support queries. Furthermore, you will conduct performance appraisals, monthly one-on-ones with your supervisors and analysts, and provide career pathing and training. Lastly, you will ensure staffing requirements are met by assessing resource requirements, interviewing candidates, and hiring employees. You will also provide and champion a team environment to include individual development, promotions, and disciplinary action. Additionally, you will support the new business development and relationship teams for prospect calls, client visits, and presentations. Finally, you will facilitate the onboarding of new and converted clients by gathering client requirements, submitting custom requests, and communicating key deliverables to your team members.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of benefits to help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents, and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge, and be there for the people you care about. Our benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks, and more. We are committed to helping you build a fulfilling career and achieve a better work-life balance. Our average salary for this position is $95,000 per year, with opportunities for growth and advancement based on individual performance.
Salary : $95,000
