Fund Accountant
HedgeServ
Job Description
A Fund Accountant will be required to perform the following tasks within the fund accounting or NAV department. They shall be executed within the guidelines and procedures provided by HedgeServ and under the supervision and guidance of a Fund Accounting Supervisor and Fund Accounting Manager. Key responsibilities for the Fund Accountant’s role include reconciliation, trade capture, corporate actions processing and pricing. They will be required to perform tasks accurately and within required timelines. Every Fund Accountant will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory training (AML/KYC) and optional training. Additional, client-specific training will be provided by the NAV Supervisor.
Key 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.
Assist in the production of daily, weekly and monthly NAV, ensuring completion of specified tasks per NAV checklists
Perform cash, position and market value reconciliations between HedgeServ, brokers and clients
Identify and investigate break items on reconciliations in a timely manner
Escalate fund accounting issues and aged items to the Fund Accounting Supervisor
Ensure all positions are priced correctly
Verify corporate actions to ensure accurate processing
Prepare daily profit and loss reports and review for reasonableness
Calculate and process income and expense accruals including fee calculations and trading accruals
Comply with HedgeServ’s defined checklists, procedures and controls
Assist in the audit process if required
Attend and participate in team meetings
Collaborate and liaise with internal service departments to support the resolution of fund-related issues.
Ensure pre agreed internal and external deadlines are met consistently
HedgeServ operates a client focused structure which provides a wide-range of experience to all levels of employee.
As such a Fund Accountant should be flexible and willing to adapt
Our requirements:
Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree
Experience in a similar role within the funds industry – 6 months + ideally
Experience in NAV calculation
Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA) is not required but would be an advantage.
IT Literate
Strong English verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and well organized
Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment with defined deadlines
Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure and independently
Strong interpersonal skills
Good initiative tempered with identifying when escalation is required.
Demonstrates reliability and accountability
Take ownership of designated tasks
Act as a role model for HedgeServ
We’re proud to offer a benefits package and workplace culture designed to support your health, career ambitions and life beyond work.
LuxMed Premium Package
Life insurance and travel insurance
MyBenefit Platform
Employee Referral Program
Remote/hybrid working opportunities, or from the office
100% funding for certifications and postgraduate studies accredited by ACCA, CIMA and IOB
Graduate Programme
Technical workshops and soft skills training
Sports and Social Club