Junior Associate Accounting Technician

Waystone leads the way in specialist services for the asset management industry.

Partnering with institutional investors, investment funds and asset managers, Waystone builds, supports and protects investment structures and strategies worldwide.With over 20 years experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone is now serving assets under management in excess of $2Tn.Waystone provides its clients with the guidance and tools to allow them to focus on managing their investment goals with confidence.

Summary: Reporting to the Vice President- PERE Accounting, the Junior Associate-Accounting Technician will be an integral part of the teams success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Junior Associate will be responsible the day to day administration of Private Equity Funds, delivery to clients, and assisting members of the team.

• Maintaining books and records and all relevant supporting documentation
• Daily review of transactions and cash reconciliation. Liase with banks, custodian or investment manager to ensure the funds operations are properly recorded.
• Record keeping in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Waterfall and return calculation
• Maintenance of books and records of SPVs
• Preparing consolidated annual and semi-annual financial statements, including supporting schedules
• Management of audit and tax requirements
• Liaise with property valuers

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience:

• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, including Excel

Education:

• A university degree (B.A./ B.Sc./ M.B.A.) in Business (preferably specializing in accountancy or another financial-related discipline).