Supervisor, SEI
Private Equity / Hedge Funds
$70-130k
+ Discounted stock purchase plan
Technology and investment solutions
Open for applications
Technology and investment solutions
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$70-130k
+ Discounted stock purchase plan
1001+ employees
Company mission
To build brave futures through the power of connection, working with clients and communities to solve the problems that matter.
Role
Who you are
- 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
- The self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone calls
- Strong customer service skills as you will be communicating daily with your clients and other service providers
- A drive to broaden one’s knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignments
- Attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy
- Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them
- Positivity and collegial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environment
- Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it’s to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business
- Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun
What the job involves
- 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
- Your skills in accounting will be used by pricing and maintaining timely records for hedge and private equity holdings using various external pricing resources
- You will perform timely reconciliations regarding Net Asset Values and provide accounting reports
- You are responsible to communicate the transactions associated with the fund(s) and work closely with internal and external clients to provide accurate and thorough accounting packages
- As the record keeper for the fund, you will be involved in the coordination and support of various year-end audit engagements in accordance with GAAP accounting standards
- We will need you to perform due-diligence to ensure clients are in compliance with government laws and regulations
- You will train and supervise the accounting analysts on systems, processing, procedures, and job responsibilities
- You will 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
- Your due diligence and attention to detail during the review process of the fund accountant analysts work will be key to your team’s success while striving for error free reconciliations and reporting
- You will correspond with external investment managers regarding day-to-day fund inquiries including reconciliations, coordinating scheduled deliverables, and escalation concerns
- Client engagement and a dedication to quality service is a must for success
- You will assist the manager with conducting performance appraisals, monthly one-on-ones with the team analysts and provide career pathing and training
- You will also ensure staffing requirements are met by participating in analyst interviews
- You will team with the manager to provide and foster a team environment to include individual development, promotions and disciplinary action
- We want you to succeed and look for future solutions
- Through attending and participating in various IMS and corporate professional development sessions, you will acquire the tools to identify processes across the division and organization
- You will have the opportunity to partner with a diverse team and grow your career
Our take
SEI provides technology and investment solutions for the financial services industry by offering services like investment processing and operations management. The company oversees around $1.5T in assets, helping clients make smart financial decisions.
It also offers customized investment portfolios through managed accounts, allowing investors to tailor their strategies. Its technology helps clients optimize taxes and provides detailed reports on tax savings, making the service valuable for financial advisors and investors.
Recently the company added new features to its platform, enabling wealth managers to see a complete view of their clients' finances, as well as assets held elsewhere. These updates have driven growth in SEI's managed accounting, placing the company well for continued success.
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Company benefits
- Reach your goals with retirement and stock purchase plans: Plan for the future with our capital accumulation plan 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and employee investment program
- Resources to help you further your professional development: Our Education Assistance Program helps our employees in learning and furthering their professional development
- Generous time off, help for families, and work-life assistance: Employees need balance to be their best, so we provide plenty of time away from the office. We also help families with an onsite Family Center (Oaks location) and life management assistance programs
- Competitive medical plans and rewarding wellness programs: We provide comprehensive and affordable health plan coverage, FSA, and disability and life insurance. Our employee program includes onsite fitness classes, financial and wellness workshops, and incentives for health behaviors
Company values
- Courage: We think and act like owners, embracing risk to drive growth for our clients and company
- Integrity: We do what we say and act with transparency (because it's the right thing to do)
- Collaboration: We work with each other, our clients, partners, and communities to solve problems that matter
- Inclusion: We nurture an environment of respect and belonging where people are empowered to be themselves
- Connection: We build lasting relationships through which we learn, grow, and succeed
- Fun: We have fun
Company HQ
Upper Providence Township, Oaks, PA
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Leadership
Ryan Hicke
(CEO)Ryan has worked at SEI since 1998, initially joining the company as an Account Executive. Since then, they have worked in several roles, including Managing Director of UK IFAs and Global Wealth Services, and Senior/Executive Vice President, before becoming the CEO in 2022.
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