Position: Fund CFO/Fund Operations Specialist - Infrastructure. Location: London. Employer: DWS Group.
Responsibilities
- Review quarterly investor reports and fund metrics for each Fund, including detailed review of asset metrics.
- Manage investor queries across all Funds.
- Participate in the set up of acquisition/investment structures.
- Determine the most appropriate accounting treatment for new acquisitions and share the final workings with administrators.
- Devise funding for asset acquisition and add ons/follow on investments.
- Maintain and establish relationships with independent directors, independent valuers and other key relationships.
- Maintain co investment and carried interest calculations across each Fund.
- Forecast cashflows and manage Fund models at each Fund level.
- Execute the fund facility for each Fund.
- Execute co investment structures, including allocation across funds and repatriation mechanics.
Qualifications
- ACA (or equivalent accounting qualification) with proven PQE supporting Infrastructure and/or Private Equity funds, with a solid understanding of fund LPA, tax, legal and regulatory environments.
- Proven recent experience across Alternatives funds, focus on Private Equity strategies preferred, supporting closed end vehicles with drawdown structures and knowledge of investor allocations.
- Ability to translate complex situations into succinct action points.
- Proven experience in investor reporting and fund performance, and structuring new transactions and product development initiatives for close end Private Equity/Infrastructure funds.
- Motivated team member with strong attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills and flexibility to work independently.
- Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits
- Hybrid working model with in office / work from home flexibility.
- Comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days.
- Competitive compensation packages including health and well being benefits.
- Access to best in class training, in role development and career progression opportunities.
DWS is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, embracing diverse views and ensuring fair treatment.