Manager - Fund Accounting

Apex Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group is seeking an Accounting Manager for Hedge Funds in Ireland. You will oversee the reconciliation and NAV calculations for multiple funds, coordinate with managers, auditors and custodians, and ensure timely reporting and compliance.

The role requires 3+ years of fund accounting experience, a relevant university degree, and strong Excel skills. Geneva experience would be advantageous and you will lead a small accounting team within a dynamic, globally connected firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of fund accounting experience
• Experience supervising accounting staff is a plus
• University degree in accounting, finance, business or economics preferred
• Geneva experience would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Review reconciliation and NAV calculations for daily/weekly/monthly periods
• Coordinate with investment managers, auditors, brokers, custodians and investors
• Maintain accounting and CRM systems and oversee financial statements preparation
• Oversee outsourced office relationships and ensure timely NAV calculations
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and fund specifications
• Supervise, train and recruit accounting staff and delegate work effectively

Skills

Fund accounting

Team supervision

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

University degree in accounting/finance/business/economics

Tools

Geneva software

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youJob DescriptionAccounting Manager - Hedge FundsThe successful applicant will maintain the client relationship, take responsibility for co-ordination and allocation of the team’s workload, and ensure compliance with internal and external controls in the area of hedge fund accounting.You should have relevant experience in the auditing or administration of hedge funds. You will have a proven knowledge of the fund industry and should have demonstrated experience in a similar role. Experience working on Geneva would also be highly beneficial for this position.ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for the detailed review of the reconciliation and calculation of periodic (daily/weekly/monthly) net asset values of various funds, including:Reconciliation of investment portfolios, dividends and interest, corporate actions, and investor capital activity.Dealing with requests from and communicating with the investment manager and investors regarding all aspects of the account’s operation.Updating accounting and client relationship management systems, updating, and verifying statistical information, oversee financial statements preparation, and working with external auditors.Review of hybrid fee structures calculation at each NAVYou will be responsible for the oversight of outsourced office and their assigned relationships, ensuring timely and accurate NAV calculation along with any other client specific reporting requirements.Liaise with Investment Managers, Auditors, Broker’s, Custodians, and Investors frequentlyEnsuring client enquiries are answered in accordance with Apex service standards on an ongoing basisEnsuring that all client cash instructions have been processed (ie fund expense payments)Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and other requirements of the fund’s specificationsEnsuring compliance with all internal deadlines for reporting and MISEnsuring accurate internal revenue reportingSupervision, training, and recruitment of accounting staffEnsure accurate delegation of work across your teamEnsure effective communication with colleagues and corresponding departmentsSkillsAt least 3+ years extensive fund accounting experience, supervision of teams a plusUniversity degree - accounting, finance, business, or economics preferred (or overseas equivalent)Experience with general ledger accountingStrong computer skills including Excel & WordProficiency in advanced Excel functions desirable.Excellent communication and inter-personal skillsExcellent attention to detail with strong organizational skillsAn ability to think critically and objectivelyThe flexibility and willingness to work additional hours as neededGeneva experience would be advantageousDisclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.