Senior Analyst, External Alpha Middle Office Accounting

About the role

The Middle Office & Fund Accounting department supports external alpha asset managers by providing trading support, as well as cash, position, and price reconciliation services. The team also calculates estimated net asset values (NAVs) for funds. These estimates are reconciled with the final NAVs generated by the fund administrator.

Key aspects of the role

As a Senior Analyst, you will independently manage key operational processes while continuing to develop your broader functional and technical expertise. You will also contribute to the development of processes and reporting analytics used daily across the company—leveraging AI, Excel, and internal databases to deliver critical reports and analyses.

Tasks

The tasks include:

• Review and analysis of fund NAV accounts across various asset classes to support performance reporting for the external alpha business
• Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly reviews and estimates of fund NAV, including the review of accrued income and performance
• Reconciliation of transactions between custodians, prime brokers, and internal records; coordination of investigations and resolution of discrepancies
• Collaborating with fund administrators to reconcile final fund NAVs
• Ensuring the integrity of asset manager data and prices in internal systems
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to deliver reports and analyses

Requirements

We are looking for:

• Strong analytical mind with the ability to solve complex problems
• A keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proactivity, strong time management skills, and the ability to juggle competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new concepts
• Strong understanding of financial markets (not required)
• Familiarity with technology; Man Group is a technology-driven organization where all employees use internal AI tools to support their daily work

Desirable qualifications

• Experience in the financial sector (investment management firm or treasury role)
• Professional certifications (CFA, accounting certifications) or a degree in this field
• Experience with front-, middle-, and back-office fund structures
• Knowledge of fund accounting

We offer

Our comprehensive range of services includes:

• Competitive vacation entitlements
• Pension, VDR, life, and long-term disability coverage
• Group life insurance
• Expanded Parental Leave Policy