Financial Operations Assistant Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Operations Assistant Manager to join our team on a permanent contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, developing, and providing strategic direction for a team of professionals in the finance fund operations department.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop a team of finance professionals to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
* Train, coach, and mentor the finance operations team to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
* Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Review daily and monthly internal management information reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
* Oversee the administration and accounting of investments, ensuring payment and settlement are made in a timely manner and in line with agreed procedures.
* Prepare and review withholding tax reclaim forms and applications for various jurisdictions.
* Assist with year-end valuation processes and prepare documentation and updating of processes, procedures, and controls.
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Requirements:
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent qualification desirable but not essential.
* Third-level qualification preferably in Finance or Accounting (or related field).
* At least 5 years' experience in Fund Accounting, knowledge of both Hedge and Private Market products essential.
* Experience managing a team of finance professionals and portfolio management system onboarding/transformation projects desirable but not essential.
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Benefits:
* Flexible work options including hybrid working and variable work hours.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities that allow for full career development within the organisation.
* A diverse range of initiatives: LGBT+, Gender Matters, Disability Awareness, Sports & Social, Volunteering and lots more.
* Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees.
* Career average Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.