Position Summary
Vista Credit Partners (“VCP”), the credit investment platform of Vista Equity Partners, is seeking to hire a finance professional to assist in the day-to-day management and oversight of related accounting and financial reporting requirements pertaining to VCP’s Business Development Company (“BDC”) – Vista Credit Strategic Lending Corp (“VCSL”). The individual will be part of the VCP Finance team and report to the Chief Financial Officer and Finance Director of the BDC. As required, the candidate will have the opportunity to contribute across the VCP platform and assist in the execution of VCP Finance related responsibilities.
This role is based in New York, NY but can be located in other Vista locations if needed. The role is for an immediate start.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementation and execution of process and procedures surrounding all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, and operational requirements of VCP’s BDC.
- Assist in execution, review, and implementation of monitoring controls, including SOX compliance, over accounting & operational deliverables, including the review of all monthly, quarterly and annual accounting packages, and public filings with the Fund Admin of the BDC.
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial SEC reporting requirements (10Q and 10K), in adherence with GAAP and required footnote disclosures, including the review and the integration of the deliverables from the Fund Admin of the BDC.
- Assist third party partners associated with the BDC, including but not limited to the Audit Firm, Fund Admin, and Custodian Bank.
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly reporting packages (i.e. Board) pertaining to VCP Finance related responsibilities.
- Actively assist the Vista Tax team on related RIC and tax compliance data requests.
- Actively assist the Vista Compliance team on related RIC and other regulatory compliance data requests.
- Assist VCP Operations and help liaise as a member of the VCP Finance team with bank and trade counterparties for deal execution, review fund flows and settlement documentation, assist with KYC/AML procedures, as well as confirming principal & interest payments, and requirements surrounding leverage facility reporting as required. Collaborate within current VCP infrastructure to maintain and track BDC liquidity needs pertaining to deal flow pipeline needs.
- Assist with investor relation team requests for existing and prospective investors, including ad-hoc reporting, performance calculations, and operational due diligence inquiries.
- Assist in reporting, analytical, and other data aggregation/ad-hoc financial performance requests and materials as needed by internal Vista team members.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Fund Accounting or related field (Credit, Venture Debt, or Private Equity experience is preferred). BDC specific experience preferred.
- Public company financial reporting experience preferred, including use of reporting software (i.e Workiva, Donnelly).
- BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA is preferred but not required.
- Big 4 experience or equivalent is preferred.
- Relevant professional experience including public accounting, fund accounting, public company reporting in the fixed income or alternative asset management, including BDC, REIT, Closed-End and/or Open-Ended structures.
- Strong finance, accounting, and investment operations skills, including system/technology skills and proficient to excellent in– Microsoft© Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) experience.
- Experience in working with Fund Administrators, Bank Loan Administrators, Valuation service providers is preferred.
- Detail oriented self-starter with strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong teamwork skills and able to coordinate across multiple business functions.
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $150,000-$180,000. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed and the applicant's skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other reward may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Company Overview
Vista is a leading global investment firm that invests exclusively in enterprise software, data and technology-enabled organizations across private equity, credit, public equity and permanent capital strategies. The firm brings an approach that prioritizes creating enduring market value for the benefit of its global ecosystem of investors, companies, customers and employees. Vista’s investments are anchored by a sizable long-term capital base, experience in structuring technology-oriented transactions and proven, flexible management techniques that drive sustainable growth. Vista believes the transformative power of technology is the key to an even better future – a healthier planet, a smarter economy, a diverse and inclusive community and a broader path to prosperity. Further information is available at vistaequitypartners.com . Follow Vista on LinkedIn @Vista Equity Partners or X @Vista_Equity .
