Fund Administration Manager

Securitize is a global fintech, Top 50 blockchain company, with a mission to provide investors with access to invest in and trade alternative assets, and for companies to raise capital and offer shareholder's liquidity. Securitize has pioneered a fully digital, regulatory compliant, end-to-end platform for issuing, managing and trading digital asset securities (also known as security tokens), with over 200 businesses and nearly 400,000 investors already connected, and nearly $500 million in current-value digital asset securities issued on the Securitize platform.

We are a well-funded global team made up of top blockchain and financial industry talent based around the world, based in Tel Aviv, Buenos Aires, Tokyo, New York, and San Francisco. We’re backed by leading financial institutions and blockchain investors, including Morgan Stanley, Blockchain Capital, MUFG, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Sony Finance, Banco Santander, and Coinbase.

Securitize Markets is seeking an enthusiastic Fund Administration Manager to oversee the management of relationships with external fund administrators and enhance the internal capabilities of the fund administration department. Collaborating closely with the Accounting, Investor Relations, and Legal teams, the Fund Administration Manager will coordinate and manage accounting and reporting data while developing expertise in investor accounting and portal systems. Additionally, this role will monitor and process fund activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory, tax, fund governing document, and privacy/security requirements and best practices, as well as participating in ad hoc client projects and internal initiatives.

The ideal candidate for a fund administrator position should have a strong educational background, extensive experience in the financial industry, and a deep understanding of fund administration accounting, compliance requirements, and testing protocols. They should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be a team player, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should also have a passion for operational excellence, a strong attention to detail, and exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and provide deliverables to external fund administrators for maintenance of their accounting general ledger and investor portal data.
• Coordinate and manage accounting and reporting data provided by external fund administrators and work with internal teams to generate consolidated and concise fund performance reporting.
• Develop expertise in the function and maintenance of investor accounting and portal systems used by external fund administrators to ultimately build such capabilities in-house.
• Efficiently and accurately onboard new investors, upload their positions, and process capital calls in coordination with fund administrators and their systems.
• Efficiently and accurately calculate and process investor distributions, preferred returns, sponsor-carried interest and performance fees, and all other fund management and administration fees.
• Monitor and process fund activities on a daily basis, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of all information on all fund administrator's GL accounting systems and investor portals.
• Develop and execute on systems and processes to ensure all funds remain in compliance with regulatory, tax, fund governing documents, and privacy/security requirements and best practices.
• Write standard procedure playbooks related to the operation of the Fund Administration team.
• Participate in ad hoc client projects and internal initiatives, and ensure ad hoc requests from clients and investors are addressed in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in the financial services or investment industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• FINRA Series 7, 24 are plus.
• Experience with fund administration accounting, systems, and processes for private equity or investment funds.
• Familiarity with fund administration compliance requirements and testing protocols (including regulatory, tax, governing fund documents, and privacy/security).
• Proficiency in Google Workspace suite and Microsoft Office product suite.
• Diligent and efficient document and workflow management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and complete projects on time.
• Analytical thinker and problem solver with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for operational excellence.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and investor services skills, with a strong track record of building and maintaining relationships.
• Team player with strong organizational skills, able to work collaboratively and independently.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and investment management.
• Experience working with mutual funds, hedge funds, private equity, or other investment vehicles.
• Familiarity with financial software and systems, such as portfolio management and accounting software.

Looking for a great company to work for? Join our rapidly growing team and enjoy a number of exciting benefits! As an employee, you'll enjoy:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• A generous Bonus program to reward your hard work and dedication.
• Company grant options to share in the company's success and growth.
• The freedom of a Remote work environment, allowing you to work from anywhere while still being part of a dynamic team.
• Company-paid Professional Development opportunities to help you grow and achieve your career goals.
• Comprehensive 100% Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and happy.
• A 401 (K) Retirement Plan to help you plan for a secure financial future.

Candidates must be located in one of our main Remote Hub locations: US Based: Miami, FL; New York-Metro; Austin, TX; Los Angeles & Bay Area, CA

Global: Tel Aviv, Israel; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Tokyo, Japan, Madrid, Spain.