Remote Fund Accounting VP — NAV Leadership

HedgeServ Ltd; Poland; Hybrid; PLN 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

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LuxMed Premium Package

Life insurance and travel insurance

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Job summary

HedgeServ Ltd in Poland seeks an experienced Fund Accounting Vice President to lead NAV calculations, supervise teams, and drive enhancements across processes. You will coordinate client relationships and oversee regulatory reporting while maintaining strong internal controls.

The role requires deep Hedge Fund Administration knowledge, senior leadership experience, and a proven track record of delivering accurate NAV and client services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or finance.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in a Hedge Fund Administration firm at a senior level, with at least 3 years at AVP level.

Responsibilities

• Participate in new client meetings, demonstrate HedgeServ software, discuss complex accounting topics and outline HedgeServ’s solution to clients’ needs, focusing on fund structures and products traded.
• Work as part of a team of Assistant Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents and Managing Directors, sharing responsibility for developing all aspects of HedgeServ services.
• Understand and be responsible for all aspects of the NAV calculation, including fee calculations, profit and loss allocations, accounting for complex financial instruments, documentation review and ad hoc client requests.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for assigned fund accounting teams.
• Efficiently manage multiple client relationships.
• Ensure the assigned fund accounting team operates within a clearly defined, documented and tested control environment.
• Participate in the continuous development and enhancement of workflows and procedures to reflect the changing control environment.
• Resolve exceptional problems and take on special projects or tasks as assigned.
• Recruit, train and evaluate performance of fund accounting employees.
• Resolve employee complaints in conjunction with HR and the MD group.
• Prepare and review financial and regulatory reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships with client brokers, auditors and legal counsel.
• Coordinate new client transitions to the HedgeServ platform.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Investor Services, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Operations and Compliance departments within HedgeServ.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Initiative

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or finance

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 Description

A Fund Accounting Vice President is responsible for all aspects of the NAV calculation process, reporting to the Fund Accounting Managing Director, they are required to provide leadership and strategic direction for assigned fund accounting teams. The Fund Accounting Vice President contributes to the development and implementation of system, procedural and operational enhancements. They ensure the timely and accurate delivery of NAV calculations. They are key contacts for ad hoc client requests and issues. As a result, a detailed understanding of the service requirements for Hedge Fund Administration is required.

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

Fund Accounting Vice Presidents should be capable of managing teams of up to 30 staff in total, servicing multiple clients with various requirements and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in new client meetings, demonstrating HedgeServ software, discussing complex accounting topics and outlining HedgeServ’s solution to their needs with specific focus on fund structures and products traded.
• Work as part of a team of Assistant Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents and Managing Directors, who have ongoing responsibility for developing all aspects of HedgeServ services.
• Understand and be responsible for all aspects of the NAV calculation including fee calculations, profit and loss allocations, accounting for complex financial instruments, documentation review and ad hoc client requests.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for assigned fund accounting teams.
• Efficiently manage multiple client relationships.
• Ensure the assigned fund accounting team operates within a clearly defined, documented and tested control environment.
• Participate in the continuous development and enhancement of work flows and procedures to reflect the changing control environment.
• Resolve exceptional problems and take on special projects or tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for fund accounting employee recruitment, training and performance evaluations.
• Resolve employee complaints in conjunction with HR and the MD group.
• Responsible for the preparation and review of financial and regulatory reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships between HedgeServ and client brokers, auditors and legal counsel.
• Responsible for new client transitions to the HedgeServ platform.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Investor Services, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Operations and Compliance departments within HedgeServ.

Our requirements:

• Completed bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 12 years’ experience working in a Hedge Fund Administration Firm at a senior level with at least 3 of those at AVP level. Alternative fund experience may be considered.
• Strong verbal and written 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

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.