Accountant, Fund Administration

Job description: Accountant, Fund Administration

About the role

The Fund Administration team consists of several focused sub-teams that support the operational governance of Man Group's $124.6 billion* of assets under administration. The team is responsible for fund administration, fund accounting, review, service provider management & governance, closure/liquidation of funds and oversight of transfer agency activities undertaken by third parties.

Tasks

• Reviewing draft financial reports for accuracy, consistency and completeness in accordance with the relevant reporting guidelines
• Coordinate production of financial reports and account monitoring, including reporting and audit schedules and tracking production of financial reports against schedules; monitor status of audits to ensure deadlines are met and coordination of fund sell
• Supporting the end-to-end fund closure and liquidation process, managing fund units from final NAV to official liquidation and distribution of payments
• Work on identifying and escalating legal risks / identifying legislative processes across all fund structures, identifying potential impacts on existing and new funds and ensuring compliance capabilities to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements
• Improve the class action process, working with damages experts to identify data that supports recovery opportunities and facilitates business decisions about participation in damages portfolios
• Supporting the Fund Operations team with ad hoc projects and initiatives

Requirements

Technical skills

• Must have experience in accounting
• Experience in financial report preparation, fund administration or other roles involving technical review of draft financial reports
• Strong analytical skills and attention to numerical detail
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment where priorities change frequently
• Understanding the valuation and accounting of financial instruments
• Experience in managing and coordinating the preparation of financial reports
• Interest in financial markets and motivation to build a long career in the industry

We offer

Inclusion, work-life balance & benefits

You will thrive in our work environment that provides opportunities for quality. Your unique perspectives will matter and you will be empowered to make decisions. We offer a culture that celebrates success, learning and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programs, you will find opportunities to grow, develop your talents and foster an inclusive environment for everyone in our company and in the industry.

• Two paid vacation days for charitable activities and flexible working hours
• Comprehensive benefits package, including free industry events, access to CPD/CFA and long-term disability insurance; group health insurance, enhanced pension and long-service leave
• Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private health/dental insurance, discounted gym membership options and applicable federal, state and local laws

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, age, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other protected category or status under applicable federal, state and local laws.