Manager

Summary The manager is primarily responsible for the collection of receivable balances, for Global Private Equity and Global Credit, and supports other segments. Billing and Accounts Receivable transactions are primarily comprised of recoverable expenses and fees. The manager must have a solid understanding of the underlying transactions and their impact on the firm and stakeholders, apply professional judgement and deliver stellar customer service. The manager also must be familiar with and enforce all relevant agreement terms, policies, and controls. Primary responsibilities include (1) planning, delegating and managing team deliverables, (2) overseeing the billing and collection process, (3) overseeing the monthly closing processes, (4) reviewing analysis and reports, (5) ensuring adherence to firm policies, SOX controls, and applicable contractual agreements, (6) creating efficiencies through process improvement and technology, (7) change management as the need arises, (8) managing ad hoc requests and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders and (9) overseeing internal and external audit requests and walkthroughs. Primary knowledge, skill and ability requirements include (1) adaptability in a fast-paced, challenging and changing environment, (2) strong conceptual understanding and analytical thinking to allow for problem solving and managing ambiguity around complex issues, (3) leading and motivating team members, (4) aptitude in interpreting complex agreements and proposing applicable treatment for underlying transactions, (5) understanding of accounting information systems, which includes identifying opportunities for incremental improvements in functionality, (6) solid organizational skills and attention to detail, (7) solid understanding of GAAP accounting concepts that directly impact this role, (8) solid communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the firm (from staff to managing directors), and (8) ability to develop and build relationships across departments and levels.  This position requires a strong aptitude in information systems and data processing as information must be processed quickly and accurately. Most responsibilities will involve Excel and PeopleSoft, more specifically the project costing module. In-Office Requirement: 4 days per week Primary Responsibilities Daily and Monthly Activities Planning, delegating, monitoring, and managing team deliverables Oversee planning sessions with team members to establish upcoming deadlines Ensure all tasks are delegated to the appropriate resources and resources are used to their fullest capabilities and capacity Monitor progress of activities against deadlines to ensure deadlines are met Regularly report on the status of deliverables and proactively escalate delays and bottlenecks to manager and VP. Be prepared to propose a corrective solution to any bottlenecks that arise. Monitor team activities to ensure adherence to firm policies, SOX controls, partnership agreements, service agreements (i.e. monitoring agreements) and any other applicable controls or agreements. Overseeing the billing and collection process Review monthly and quarterly reports and ad-hoc requests Manage, review, and approve the billing of all fees, including management fees, portfolio fees, transaction fees, and funding fees, and ensure adherence to applicable agreements and invoices are issued timely. Enforce adherence to applicable policies and agreements. Ensure accuracy in honouring the legal entity structure and any necessary cost sharing arrangements. Perform analytical tasks, such as reviewing various reports and entries for miscoding and work with team to make necessary corrections. Ensure timely cash application and refund for AR payments made to firm Lead and oversee monthly collection efforts to ensure all material and aged balances are proactively monitored, escalated, and resolved in a timely manner. Partner with