At HedgeServ, we're redefining what's possible in fund administration.
With more than $700 billion in assets under administration, we partner with the world's most forward-thinking investment managers – across private equity, private credit, endowments, hedge funds and more – to deliver seamless, tech-enabled solutions that drive performance.
Our proprietary platform, enhanced by machine learning and robotic process automation, gives clients real-time insights and unmatched control over their operations.
Alongside our technology, we offer award-winning service through a team-based approach led by a deeply experienced team of industry experts.
Our solutions span the full investment lifecycle, including fund accounting, middle office, risk, compliance, tax, and investor services.
We're a future-focused company, empowering our people through a robust career development framework, clear career trajectories, structured learning paths, and progression plans.
We invest in leadership development and cultivate a collaborative culture to create space for talent to grow.
Our corporate values – Relationships, Support, Innovation, and Expertise – form a sense of shared purpose and belonging.
Job Description
A Fund Accounting Director is responsible for all aspects of the NAV process.
Reporting to the Fund Accounting Managing Director, the Director provides leadership and strategic direction for assigned fund accounting teams, contributes to the development and implementation of system, procedural and operational enhancements, and ensures the timely and accurate delivery of the NAV process.
They are key contacts for ad-hoc client requests and issues and require a detailed understanding of Hedge Fund Administration service requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in new client meetings, demonstrating HedgeServ software, discussing complex accounting topics and outlining HedgeServ's solution with specific focus on fund structures and products traded.
Work within a team of Managers, Directors and Managing Directors, who have ongoing responsibility for developing all aspects of HedgeServ services.
Understand and be responsible for all aspects of the NAV process including fee calculations, profit and loss allocations, accounting for complex financial instruments, documentation review and ad-hoc client requests.
Provide leadership and strategic direction for assigned fund accounting teams.
Efficiently manage multiple relationships both internally and externally.
Ensure the assigned fund accounting team operates within a clearly defined, documented and tested control environment.
Participate in the continuous development and enhancement of workflows and procedures to reflect the changing control environment.
Resolve exceptional problems and take on special projects or tasks as assigned.
Responsible for fund accounting employee recruitment, training and performance evaluations.
Resolve employee complaints in conjunction with HR and the MD group.
Responsible for the preparation and review of financial and regulatory reports.
Develop and maintain relationships between HedgeServ and client brokers, auditors and legal counsel.
Responsible for new client transitions to the HedgeServ platform.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Investor Services, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Operations and Compliance departments within HedgeServ.
Education
Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree.
Minimum 2.2 honours degree.
Skills and Attributes
IT literate
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to be flexible and work effectively within a team or independently
Strong interpersonal skills
Good initiative with the ability to prioritise
Strong systems, product and process knowledge
Reliable, flexible and dependable
Approachable
Committed
Ability to positively influence team morale
Demonstrate leadership skills
Take ownership of designated tasks
Act as a role-model for HedgeServ
Work Experience
Minimum of 9 years' experience working with a Hedge Fund Administrator, with at least 3 of those years at Manager level.
Alternative fund experience may be considered.
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