Vice President - Fund Accounting (Hedge Funds)

The Citco Group Limited; Cork; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Citco is a leading fund administrator seeking an experienced professional to lead and develop the hedge fund accounting function within global client relationships. The role focuses on driving accuracy, efficiency, and exemplary client service while supervising a skilled team.

Responsibilities include coordinating daily workflows, stakeholder liaison, and ongoing staff development. The candidate will play a key role in projects, reporting, and governance with senior leadership oversight.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified and ideally possess an accounting qualification.
• Mininimum of 8+ years in hedge fund accounting.
• Proven interest in the financial markets and hedge fund industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of Hedge Fund Accounting.
• Proven Manager.
• Strong risk knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and supervision to team members.
• Plan, schedule and manage the daily workflows of all client relationships within your account.
• Liaise with clients re reporting requirements and deadlines, ensuring delivery in an accurate and timely manner.
• Acting as primary contact with clients and other fund participants.
• Maintaining relationships with investors, investment advisors/managers, banks, brokers and auditors and other fund participants.
• Develop, adhere and maintain targets concerning staffing; production, overtime budgeting and productivity.
• Ensure all staff are appropriately trained and conduct performance evaluations.
• Meeting expectations of fund participants, adhering to deadlines.
• Assisting auditors and other fund participants and advisers.
• Participating in presentations to existing and prospective clients.
• Participating in and leading projects that may be defined from time to time in connection with the continuing expansion and evolution of the business.
• Participating in managerial functions in conjunction with the Managing Director.

Skills

Hedge fund accounting

Financial markets knowledge

Managerial skills

Risk knowledge

Education

Degree qualified

Accounting qualification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About Citco

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About The Team & Business Line

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

Responsibilities

Your Role:

• Provide training and supervision to team members.
• Plan, schedule and manage the daily workflows of all client relationships within your account.
• Liaise with clients re reporting requirements and deadlines, ensuring delivery in an accurate and timely manner.
• Acting as primary contact with clients and other fund participants.
• Maintaining relationships with investors, investment advisors/managers, banks, brokers and auditors and other fund participants.
• Develop, adhere and maintain targets concerning staffing; production, overtime budgeting and productivity.
• Ensure all staff are appropriately trained and conduct performance evaluations.
• Meeting expectations of fund participants, adhering to deadlines.
• Assisting auditors and other fund participants and advisers.
• Participating in presentations to existing and prospective clients.
• Participating in and leading projects that may be defined from time to time in connection with the continuing expansion and evolution of the business.
• Participating in managerial functions in conjunction with the Managing Director.

Qualifications

About You:

• Degree qualified and ideally possess an accounting qualification.
• Mininimum of 8+ years in hedge fund accounting.
• Proven interest in the financial markets and hedge fund industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of Hedge Fund Accounting.
• Proven Manager.
• Strong risk knowledge.

Our Benefits

Your well being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.