Finance Manager - Global Hedge Fund

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund seeks a Finance Manager to join their team in London. This senior role involves overseeing month-end processes, financial reporting, and team management. Candidates should have substantial experience in finance and hold relevant qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, and an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Bonus and benefits

Qualifications

• 8 to 10+ years of experience in finance.
• Experience in large financial services business is essential.
• Proven skills in managing small teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading the month-end close process for European entities.
• Supporting audit processes and collaborating with auditors.
• Contributing to financial statements and VAT filings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Multitasking

Judgment

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, ACMA, or equivalent)

Job description

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Finance Manager - Global Hedge Fund, London

Client:

Aria Partners

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

Are you a seasoned finance professional ready to bring your skills to a high-performing team where your insights will shape decision-making and drive innovation? We’re looking for a Finance Manager with a background in financial reporting or corporate accounting to join a global hedge fund in a senior leadership role.

This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, inclusive, and collaborative environment, leading a small team and covering a mixture of BAU and project work.

The ideal candidate will be qualified and have around 7 to 10 years PQE, with experience in a large and complex financial services business, such as asset management, alternatives, banking, insurance, or fintech/payments.

Your responsibilities:

• Leading the month-end close process for several European entities, including reviewing journal entries and ensuring reconciliations are seamless.
• Supporting audit processes and collaborating with external auditors to complete financial statements.
• Assisting in the preparation and review of VAT filings and other indirect tax matters—building strong relationships with external advisors.
• Performing expense analysis, identifying cost drivers, and contributing to data-led decision-making.
• Partnering with teams across the business to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
• Delivering management reporting, local regulatory filings, and survey responses to guide strategic decisions.
• Participating in finance transformation projects and continuous process improvements across EMEA.
• Providing day-to-day coaching, mentoring, and management for qualified accountants.

Your background:

• A qualified accountant (ACA, CA, ACCA, ACMA, or equivalent) with at least 8 to 10+ years of experience in finance.
• Experience in a large and complex financial services business is essential.
• Proven leadership skills managing small teams and mentoring others.
• Strong judgment, excellent communication, and top-tier analytical skills.
• Tech-savvy.
• A multitasker who thrives under pressure and meets deadlines.
• Energetic, proactive, and full of integrity, with ownership and continuous improvement mindset.

Salary ranges from approximately £120,000 to £140,000 base, plus bonus and benefits.

Please note: this company operates from the office 5 days a week and does not support remote working. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must hold full, unrestricted UK work rights.