Fund Controller Analyst - Own the Close for Hedge Funds

Fortis Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Recruitment is hiring a Fund Controller Analyst for a Dublin-based team of a leading US hedge fund. You will own the month-end close, perform journal entries and reconciliations, and partner with Middle Office, Operations and Investor Relations to drive improvements.

The role offers ownership from day one, exposure across equities, fixed income, commodities and derivatives, and a meritocratic, high-performance culture where initiative is rewarded.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in Finance or Accounting (Public or private accounting).
• Exposure to hedge funds, private equity, or fund administration clients is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive in spotting opportunities and improving processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations across multiple legal entities.
• Analyse investment performance and explain whether results reflect alpha or beta.
• Assess results against market conditions and build a view on performance against expectations.
• Reconcile and analyse positions across equities, fixed income, commodities and derivatives.
• Support fund administrators monthly and auditors annually.
• Partner with Middle Office, Operations and Investor Relations.
• Contribute to management reporting and drive process improvement.

Skills

Analytical

Finance

Accounting

Proactivity

Communication

Job description

Fortis Recruitment is hiring a Fund Controller Analyst for a Dublin-based team of a leading US hedge fund. You will own the month-end close, perform journal entries and reconciliations, and partner with Middle Office, Operations and Investor Relations to drive improvements.

The role offers ownership from day one, exposure across equities, fixed income, commodities and derivatives, and a meritocratic, high-performance culture where initiative is rewarded.