Fund Accounting Manager

Hedgeserv (Poland) Llc Spółka Z Ograniczoną Odpowiedzialnością Oddział W Polsce; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote, hybrid or office-based work

100% funding for certifications and PG

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee referral program

Wellbeing and training programs

Job summary

HedgeServ is hiring a Fund Accounting Manager in Kraków to oversee the NAV calculation process and lead a team of up to 10 staff, ensuring accurate and timely client deliverables. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance, 6 years in hedge fund administration (1 at AM level), strong English communication, and a proactive leadership mindset with a focus on process

Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance.
• 6 years’ experience in Hedge Fund Administration with at least 1 year at Assistant Manager level.
• Intention to actively pursue ACCA, CIMA, CPA or ACA; if not started, part qualified or qualified is a plus.
• IT literate.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team or independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good initiative and ability to escalate when needed.
• Demonstrate leadership and take ownership of designated tasks.

Responsibilities

• Build and support client relationships with the Fund Accounting Director to ensure consistent service.
• Ensure the fund accounting team operates within defined controls.
• Lead and support client teams of up to 10 employees.
• Resolve fund accounting enquiries escalated by management.
• Ensure timely NAV calculations and review performance metrics.
• Develop NAV calculation workflows and procedures.
• Review fee calculations and P&L allocations.
• Support audits and preparation of fund financial statements.
• Recruit, train and evaluate fund accounting staff.
• Handle complex client calls and collaborate across departments.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Ownership

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Adaptability

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or finance

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business

Job description

At HedgeServ, we’re redefining what’s possible in fund administration. With more than $700 billion in assets under administration, we partner with the world’s most forward-thinking investment managers – across private equity, private credit, endowments, hedge funds and more – to deliver seamless, tech-enabled solutions that drive performance. Our proprietary platform, enhanced by machine learning and robotic process automation, gives clients real-time insights and unmatched control over their operations. Alongside our technology, we offer award-winning service through our team-based approach -- led by a deeply experienced team of industry experts. Our solutions span the full investment lifecycle, including fund accounting, middle office, risk, compliance, tax, and investor services. We’re a future-focused company, empowering our people through a robust career development framework, clear career trajectories with structured learning paths, training, and progression plans. We invest in leadership development and in our collaborative culture, creating space for talent to grow. Our corporate values – Relationships, Support, Innovation, and Expertise – create a sense of shared purpose and belonging, and we recognize our employees sit at the core of our success. We continue to innovate and evolve through our employees, working together to achieve our shared vision and mission. HedgeServ supports employees through a variety of offerings, including remote and hybrid working arrangements, and fully paid comprehensive health and well-being benefits. We’ve been recognized as an employer of choice, earning a top 100 workplaces designation. Founded in 2008, HedgeServ has grown into a global organization with over 2,000 experts across the globe, with offices in the United States, Grand Cayman, Ireland, Poland, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, the Philippines, and Australia. We’ve earned numerous accolades, including Top Overall Administrator, along with #1 rankings for providing alternative asset services in Accounting, Technology, Client Service, Investor Services, Alternative Fund Expertise, Reporting, and Regulatory Expertise.

Job DescriptionA 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.

Your 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.

Benefits

• 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.

At HedgeServ, our people are at the core of everything we do. We aspire to grow and challenge the status quo and it is our high calibre talent that drives our progress. We deliver success with the biggest clients because we have the best people working for us. We're committed to rewarding performance with competitive salary & benefits packages and ongoing learning and development opportunities.

If you’d like a challenging and rewarding career, we’d love to hear from you.

HedgeServ has a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement which has continued to evolve through our employees. Our corporate values create a sense of shared purpose and belonging as we work together to achieve the vision and mission of HedgeServ. We experience successful results through demonstrating the below values and behaviors which are at the core of how we communicate with employees and clients. We work in partnership with each other and our clients; collaboration is at the core of what we do. We work collaboratively, focusing on end‑to‑end ownership and autonomy in our processes. We share knowledge across our teams and offices to gain expert and diverse views. We develop long‑term relationships through investment and commitment to our employees and clients. We communicate in personal, inviting, and authentic ways whether face‑to‑face or virtually. We empower and trust employees so they can realize their full potential on an individual and organizational level. We leverage our global reach for positive local impacts. We focus on employee health and well‑being. We are empathetic and committed to diversity and inclusion. We listen to each other and think about what we want to say and then respond. We embrace corporate social responsibility and our ability to impact and enrich the lives of our team, their families, our clients, and the world around us. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset where change is a positive dynamic. We confidently challenge the status quo with respect and positive intent. We offer a leading‑edge suite of proprietary technology applications. We rapidly adapt to current information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. We act with vision, agility, and resilience. We listen to each other’s ideas and value diverse perspectives. We are the most experienced team of industry experts. We share our knowledge with each other to make us stronger; we share our knowledge with our clients to make them stronger. There is no question we can’t answer, nor any problem we can’t solve. We cultivate a productive and agile environment which allows us to anticipate our clients’ needs and consistently deliver solutions in real time. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit while leveraging the resources of a global organization. We scale our resources to meet the requirements of our clients. We foster continuous training and professional development.