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Standish Management, LLC

Jun 21

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Chicago

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required (Finance/Accounting/Economics concentration preferred)
  • 2+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent
  • 2+ years of VC/PE fund experience or fund administrator – OR – minimum 1 year as
  • manager at a public accounting firm
  • Previous Private Equity/VC experience and knowledge of Partnership Accounting,
  • preferred
  • CPA preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & Outlook
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks preferred

Responsibilities

  • Maintain frequent client contact to keep abreast of ongoing fund activities
  • Manage client expectations
  • Manage engagement keeping in mind client needs, staff utilization and overall engagement efficiency
  • Supervise the audit and tax preparation process
  • Review all communications to the client and its investors on an ongoing basis
  • Assist with sourcing new clients, issuing proposals and overall business development
  • Mentor and train junior staff members

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of an Engagement Manager at Standish?

The primary responsibilities of an Engagement Manager at Standish include managing and leading all client engagements, supervising the Fund Controller and Associate in fund accounting matters, and ensuring accurate financial statement preparation.

Who does the Engagement Manager work closely with at Standish?

The Engagement Manager works closely with the Engagement Director to oversee client engagements and supervise the Fund Controller and Associate in fund accounting tasks.

What skills are required for the role of an Engagement Manager at Standish?

The role of an Engagement Manager at Standish requires strong leadership and client management skills, as well as expertise in fund accounting, capital account maintenance, and financial statement preparation.

What level of experience is preferred for candidates applying for the role of Engagement Manager at Standish?

Candidates applying for the role of Engagement Manager at Standish are preferred to have several years of experience in fund accounting, client management, and financial statement preparation. Leadership experience is also valued.

What is the career growth potential for an Engagement Manager at Standish?

The career growth potential for an Engagement Manager at Standish includes the opportunity to advance to higher-level management positions within the company, such as Director of Engagement or Head of Client Services.

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Standish Management, LLC

Standish is a provider of specialized fund administration services for Private Equity Funds

Venture Capital & Private Equity
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a provider of specialized fund administration services for Managers and General Partners of private equity funds, specifically: Buy‐out, Venture Capital, Real Estate and Fund‐of‐ Funds. For new General Partners, we provide consulting services to help accelerate the launch of their funds in addition to our full fund administration services. For established General Partners, we provide administration services and technology to whole fund families or select funds, to help scale their fund operations rapidly and efficiently. From our start in 2007, we have grown steadily and currently administer more than 1,000 funds with clients who have in excess of $100 billion in committed capital under administration.