AVP, Fund Accounting & Client Delivery Lead

The Citco Group Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity & inclusion emphasis

Accommodations available

Job summary

The Citco Group Limited in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Fund Accounting Manager to lead a team of fund accountants and deliver accurate monthly reporting for a large, complex client. You will supervise staff, coach the team, and collaborate with Client Integration and onshore/offshore operations to ensure exceptional client delivery.

You will apply strong accounting knowledge, industry experience with hedge funds or private equity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a

Qualifications

• University degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a professional designation (CGA/CMA/CA/CPA/CFA).
• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly hedge funds or investment companies.
• Extensive supervisory and managerial experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook; strong financial reporting and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with Fund of Fund structures, exposure to private equity and hedge fund investments.
• Strong understanding of the transaction and investment cycle of private equity funds.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and training programs for new staff.
• Coordinate with Client Integration and operations teams for client onboarding.
• Lead and coach a team of fund accountants to meet goals.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to staff.
• Drive process improvements to NAV production and reporting quality.
• Conduct performance management discussions and monthly client reporting.
• Review monthly financial statements and reconciliation packages.
• Act as client liaison for monthly reporting enquiries.
• Develop solutions to complex problems using business and technical knowledge.
• Participate in strategic departmental and corporate initiatives.

Skills

Leadership/management

Communication (verbal and written)

Deadline-driven

Problem solving

Education

University degree in accounting/finance/economics

Professional designation (CGA/CMA/CA/CPA/CFA)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Citco Group Limited in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Fund Accounting Manager to lead a team of fund accountants and deliver accurate monthly reporting for a large, complex client. You will supervise staff, coach the team, and collaborate with Client Integration and onshore/offshore operations to ensure exceptional client delivery.

You will apply strong accounting knowledge, industry experience with hedge funds or private equity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a