Posted:
8/19/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Gdańsk, Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland ⋅ Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland ⋅ Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland ⋅ Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Accounting
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
HedgeServ is a leading global fund administrator with more than $450 billion in assets under administration across all investment vehicles including Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds, UCITS, Hybrid Credit Managers, Funds of Funds and Managed Account Platforms. We optimize our clients’ experience using unique proprietary technology coupled with robotic process automation, intuitive digital programs powered by machine learning, and enhanced by an extensive proprietary transaction data set. HedgeServ’s entrepreneurial and innovative spirit cultivates a productive and agile environment enabling its team to anticipate clients’ needs and consistently deliver solutions in real time. Led by the most experienced team of industry experts, HedgeServ with 1,500+ professionals around the globe expertly provides customizable solutions for their clients’ risk, portfolio management, middle office, investor relations, accounting, regulatory, compliance, and tax services. Since its inception in 2008, HedgeServ has received numerous accolades, including Top Overall Administrator and #1 rankings for Fund Accounting, Reporting & Reporting Technology, Client Service, Investor Services, Alternative Fund Expertise, and Regulatory Expertise.
HedgeServ is a progressive company with continuously evolving ways of working to ensure a future-focused mindset. Our employees benefit from a robust career development framework and clear learning paths which outline career trajectory, training and progression plans. HedgeServ supports employees through a variety of offerings, including remote and hybrid working arrangements, and fully paid comprehensive health and well-being benefits. HedgeServ was recognized as a Next Gen employer by RippleMatch on its list of 100 top workplaces for Generation Z for 2022. HedgeServ operates 13 offices in the United States, Grand Cayman, Ireland, Poland, Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Philippines and Australia.
Job Description
A Senior Fund Accountant will be required to execute the following tasks within the fund accounting or NAV department. They shall be executed within the guidelines and procedures provided by HedgeServ and under the supervision and guidance of a Fund Accounting Supervisor and Fund Accounting Manager. Reconciliation, trade capture, processing corporate actions and pricing are an integral part of the Fund Accountant’s role. They will be required to perform these core tasks accurately and in a timely and efficient manner. Every Fund Accountant will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory training (AML/KYC) and optional training. Additional, client-specific training will be provided by the NAV Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the production of daily, weekly and monthly NAV, ensuring completion of specified tasks per NAV checklist
Perform cash, position and market value reconciliations between HedgeServ, brokers and clients
Respond to client queries in a timely and efficient manner
Identify and investigate break items on reconciliations in a timely manner and liaise with brokers andclients on resolving break items
Escalate fund accounting issues and aged items to the Fund Accounting Supervisor
Ensure all positions are priced correctly
Verify corporate actions to ensure accurate processing
Prepare daily profit and loss reports and review for reasonableness
Calculate and process income and expense accruals including fee calculations and trading accruals
Comply with HedgeServ’s defined checklists, procedures and controls
Assist in the audit process if required
Converse and liaise with internal service departments to resolve miscellaneous fund issues.
Ensure pre-agreed internal and external deadlines are met consistently
As such a Fund Accountant should be flexible and willing to adapt
Our requirements:
Completed bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or finance
Intention to actively pursue a professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, ACA) is not required but would be an advantage
Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role within the funds industry is desired. Alternative HedgeFund experience may be considered.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and well organized.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Ability to be flexible and work effectively both within a team structure and independently.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to positively influence team morale.
Take ownership of designated tasks.
Act as a role model for HedgeServ.
What we offer:
Premium Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Sports Club Membership
My Benefit – Cafeteria System
Competitive Salary
Active Sports and Social Committee
Professional environment with great development opportunities
Training and development in a wide variety of areas to ensure staff are constantly developing and progressing their skills
Tuition policy with study leave and generous payment of all related fees
Website: https://hedgeserv.com/
Headquarter Location: Brooklyn, New York, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 2008
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Private Equity
Industries: Financial Services ⋅ Venture Capital