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JOB PURPOSE:

Stanford University is one of a select group of American universities that have achieved eminence in both undergraduate and graduate education and in a broad range of academic disciplines. The University is internationally recognized for the quality of its teaching and research, its distinguished faculty and its outstanding student body. Our mission is to educate future leaders and promote interdisciplinary, world-class research and teaching. This passion makes Stanford an intensely creative, rewarding, and challenging place to work.

Over the past 10-15 years, the business, technology and political environments have become more complex, faster paced, and litigious. Stringent accounting requirements have arisen to address the transparency of investments and keep pace with other areas of concern. New accounting standards have been issued for leases and not-for-profit accounting and reporting. In addition, other regulations and rules we need to comply with are more complex, e.g., international compliance considerations and banking regulations, and a new internal control framework SO - has been adopted. Heightened scrutiny from our external auditors has resulted in more extensive requests for information in an effort to understand non-profitssiness activities and related controls. Additionally, technology continues to change rapidly and the underlying tools further add to the complexity and riskiness of the environment.

Reporting to the associate manager of Investment Accounting, the Accountant will be responsible for the monthly and quarterly accounting, reporting, daily operations and compliance.

In addition, the Accountant will be involved with various projects to enhance operational processes, analyze current business flows, implement solutions to create efficiencies, and participate in the design and execution of system integrations. Additional opportunities will vary depending on the needs of the organization.

CORE DUTIES*:

• Review investment governing documents, offering documents, subscription documents, side letters, and investment management agreements to ensure proper application of investment terms
• Prepare and review monthly financial data; ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Compile, analyze and present financial highlights for upper management; present investment activity, metrics and financial impact considerations to senior managers
• Read through audited financial statements of investment companies and compile summaries of findings following a thorough review and collection of select data points
• Provision of monthly NAV reports via complete and accurate accounting of complex financial transactions
• Maintain and review accounting process controls; assess current state processes and recommend, test and implement changes/solutions.
• Review ledger detail, complete variance analysis, and prepare supporting schedules for GAAP-based financial statements
• Manage portfolio reconciliations with exposure to fair-value
• Serve as a resource to local units and other departments to resolve accounting-related issues, as needed
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as they arise
• - Other duties may also be assigned

Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

A Bacheloregree and a minimum of three plus years of fund / investment accounting experience for a mid to large size organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Broad understanding of various investment products and complex instruments. Working knowledge of investment operations, custody and mutual fund accounting environment and ancillary asset management service providers
• Must have knowledge of US GAAP
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal audiences and client groups.
• Self-starting nature and diligent work ethic, a demonstrated flexibility, and a collaborative style.
• Project management skills and ability to contribute as part of a team. Strong ability to deal with ambiguity. Can effectively cope with change and shift gears comfortably.
• Strong analytical skills, detail orientation and information seeking to review financial information.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills to complete work within established timeframes and meet required deadlines.
• Intermediate proficiency in business applications, such as Microsoft Office; intermediate Excel skills.

Certifications and Licenses:

None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills necessary
• Must be a motivated self-starter with strong team leadership and problem solving skills, the aptitude to think independently, and the motivation to work with a team in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to detail and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Perform desk-based computer tasks for extended periods of time.
• Frequently sit, sort, file paperwork or parts, grasp lightly, and use fine manipulation, lift, carry, push and pull objects that weigh 10 pounds or less.
• Occasionally write by hand, twist, bend, stoop and squat.
• Rarely stand, walk, reach or work above shoulders and use a telephone.
• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May work extended hours during peak business cycles.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the Universitydministrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.