A fast-growing service-driven global administrator. We feature a unique technology platform with one of the most experienced service teams in the industry.
Job Description
A Fund Accounting Manager will be required to manage the overall NAV calculation process within the guidelines and procedures provided by the company and under the supervision and guidance of a Fund Accounting Director and Managing Director. They will ensure the timely and accurate delivery of NAV calculations. They will assist in the development of client relationships and will require a detailed understanding of the service requirements for Hedge Fund Administration. Every Fund Accounting Manager will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory training (AML / KYC) and optional training. Additional client-specific training is provided by the Director and Managing Director.
Role Responsibilities
The below list is not finite and may be added to. The combination of tasks required to be executed will vary depending on both client structure, client requirements and business needs.
- Managing client relationships involving interaction with both the client and the relevant Fund Accounting Director to ensure consistency of service.
- Ensure the assigned fund accounting team operates within the clearly defined and documented control environment.
- Manage and develop client teams of up to 10 employees.
- Resolve fund accounting enquiries escalated by Supervisor or Administrator.
- Ensure all aged items on cash and position reconciliations are resolved timely.
- Review daily and monthly NAV calculations.
- Develop and improve NAV calculation workflows and procedures.
- Review fee calculations and profit and loss allocations.
- Review applicable monthly, yearly and inception to date performance.
- Manage the audit process ensuring timely and successful completion of fund audits including preparation of fund financial statements.
- Investigate accounting implications of new products.
- Manage and complete client initialization and transition
- Participate in development and presentation of fund accounting training.
- Manage fund accounting recruitment, training and performance evaluations.
- Resolve exceptional problems and take on special projects or tasks as assigned.
- Handle complex calls from clients.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Investor Services, Quality Assurance, Client Servicing and Compliance departments within the company.
Pre-Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Minimum of 5 years' experience working in a Hedge Fund Administration Firm with at least 3 of those at supervisor level is desired. Alternative Hedge Fund experience may be considered.Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree.Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA), if not already started, part qualified or qualified, would be an advantage but is not required.IT LiterateStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure or independentlyStrong inter-personal skillsGood initiative tempered with identifying when escalation is requiredStrong systems, product and process knowledgeAbility to positively influence team moraleDemonstrate leadership skillsTake ownership of designated tasks