Senior Associate/Manager - Finance

Educational Background & Certifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

- Preferred qualifications: CA / CPA / ACCA

- MBA (Finance) or International CFA

Experience:

4 to 6+ years of relevant experience in:

- Fund accounting, fund controllership, or financial reporting

- Asset management, private equity, real estate, or credit funds

- Big Four audit firms or fund administrators

Proven track record in:

- NAV oversight and review

- Capital activity processing (calls, distributions, waterfalls)

- Fee calculations

- Financial statement preparation and audit coordination

- Fund launches, system configuration, and chart of accounts setup

Technical & Analytical Skills:

- Strong understanding of: US GAAP, IFRS, and/or IN GAAP for investment entities, Fund structures, hierarchies, and waterfall mechanics

Advanced proficiency in:

- Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling)

- Reporting/automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Alteryx - a plus)

- Experience with fund accounting platforms (e.g., Investran, LemonEdge, Geneva - a strong plus)

Ability to:

- Explain valuation changes and their impact

- Respond to LP inquiries on carry, IRR, and fund performance

- Ensure data integrity across systems and processes

Work Model & Flexibility:

- Willingness to relocate to Bangalore (if not already based there)

- Comfortable with India/US overlap hours

- Adheres to a 4+1 hybrid work model (minimum 4 days in office)