Fund Accounting Manager

HedgeServ; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LuxMed Premium Package for you and fam

Life insurance

MyBenefit Platform

Employee referral program

Remote, hybrid or office-based work

ACCA/CIMA/IOB study funding

Technical workshops and soft skills

Sport and Social Club

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

HedgeServ in Kraków is looking for a Fund Accounting Manager to oversee NAV calculations and ensure timely, accurate delivery under supervision. You will help develop client relationships and ensure service standards are met.

This role requires leadership of a team and proactive process improvement. They offer a flexible work arrangement (remote, hybrid or office-based) and provide ongoing training including AML/KYC, with opportunities for professional qualification support and career

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance is required.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• IT literate with good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to be flexible and work well in a team or independently.
• Demonstrate leadership and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Build and support client relationships with HedgeServ stakeholders.
• Ensure fund accounting team operates within defined control environment.
• Lead and support a team of up to 10 employees servicing clients.
• Resolve fund accounting enquiries escalated by supervisors.
• Review NAV calculations, fee calculations and P&L allocations.
• Manage audits and preparation of fund financial statements.
• Address complex or non-routine matters and drive special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

English communication

Analytical thinking

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/ accounting/ finance

Job description

A Fund Accounting Manager will be required to manage the overall NAV calculation process within the guidelines and procedures provided by HedgeServ and under the supervision and guidance of an AVP and Fund Accounting Director. They will ensure the timely and accurate delivery of NAV calculations. They will assist in the development of client relationships and will require a detailed understanding of the service requirements for Hedge Fund Administration. Every Fund Accounting Manager will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory training (AML/KYC) and optional training. Additional client-specific training is provided by the Director and Managing Director.

HedgeServ operates a client focused structure which provides a wide-range of experience to all levels of employee. As such a Fund Accounting Manager should be flexible and willing to adapt.

A Fund Accounting Manager should be capable of leading and supporting a team of up to 10 employees servicing clients with various requirements and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and support client relationships involving interaction with both the client and the relevant Fund Accounting Director to ensure consistency of service.
• Ensure the assigned fund accounting team operates within the clearly defined and documented control environment.
• Lead and support client teams of up to 10 employees.
• Support the resolution of fund accounting enquiries escalated by Assistant Manager or Supervisor.
• Ensure aged items are addressed in a timely manner.
• Review daily and monthly NAV calculations.
• Develop and improve NAV calculation workflows and procedures.
• Review fee calculations and profit and loss allocations.
• Review applicable monthly, yearly and inception to date performance.
• Manage the audit process ensuring timely and successful completion of fund audits including preparation of fund financial statements.
• Investigate accounting implications of new products.
• Manage and complete client initialization and transition.
• Participate in development and presentation of fund accounting training.
• Manage fund accounting recruitment, training and performance evaluations.
• Address complex or non-routine matters and take on special projects or tasks as assigned.
• Handle complex calls from clients.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Investor Services, Quality Assurance, Client Servicing and Compliance departments within HedgeServ.

Our requirements:

• Completed bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance.
• 6 years’ experience working in a Hedge Fund Administration Firm with at least 1 of those at Assistant Manager Level is desired.
• Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree.
• Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA), if not already started, part qualified or qualified, would be an advantage but is not required.
• IT Literate.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure or independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good initiative coupled with the ability to identify when escalation is required.
• Reliable, flexible and dependable.
• Ability to positively influence team morale.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Take ownership of designated tasks.
• Act as a role model for HedgeServ.

We’re proud to offer a benefits package and workplace culture designed to support your health, career ambitions and life beyond work.

• LuxMed Premium Package for you and your family, offering broad access to medical tests and specialist consultations, as well as greater comfort of treatment (including the Oncological Preventive Health Care Program, Freedom of Treatment program, dental and psychological care)
• Life insurance and travel insurance, so you can feel safe in any situation
• MyBenefit Platform – you decide how to spend your points (e.g. vouchers, cinema tickets, online shopping, cultural events, or a Multisport card that gives you access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, and hundreds of sports facilities across Poland)
• Employee referral program – know someone who’d like to join us? A financial bonus is waiting for you!
• Remote, hybrid or office-based work options
• 100% funding for certifications and postgraduate studies accredited by ACCA, CIMA and IOB
• Technical workshops and soft skills training – we’ll provide on-the-job trainings to help you quickly gain new knowledge and skills with the support of experienced professionals
• Sport and Social Club – team outings, company events, sports activities, and charity initiatives await you
• Support for workplace equipment, glasses, retirement savings (PPK), and programs promoting mental health and wellbeing – because your comfort and health matter to us