Supervisor, Portfolio Accounting

Job Description

A Portfolio Accounting Supervisor is required to execute our reconciliations service delivery. The reconciliations shall be executed within the guidelines and procedures provided by HedgeServ and under the supervision and guidance of a Portfolio Accounting Manager and Director. They will facilitate the timely and accurate delivery of operational deliverables (Trade, Cash and Portfolio reconciliations) and work closely with the portfolio accountants under their supervision. Supervision of the cash, position and OTC reconciliation processes are an integral part of the Portfolio Accounting Supervisor’s role. They will assist in the development of the team, setting goals and acting as a guide and mentor to direct reports. Every Portfolio Accounting Supervisor will receive the requisite Induction Training in addition to both compulsory (AML/KYC) and optional training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review cash and position reconciliations
• Resolve break items on reconciliations in a timely manner
• Review compliance with HedgeServ defined checklists, procedures and controls
• Converse and liaise with internal services departments to resolve miscellaneous fund issues
• Escalate issues and aged items to Portfolio Accounting Manager
• Assist team development by providing guidance, training and mentoring to Portfolio Accountants, setting their goals and monitoring performance
• Ensure pre-agreed internal and external deadlines are met consistently

Our requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience working in a hedge fund administration firm is required.
• Accounting, Finance, Legal or Business Degree.
• IT Literate.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• 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 inter-personal skills.
• Good initiative tempered with identifying when escalation is required.
• Strong systems, product and process knowledge.
• Ability to positively influence team morale.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Take ownership of designated task

We’re proud to offer a benefits package and workplace culture designed to support your health, career ambitions and life beyond work.

•🏥 Full private medical insurance so that you can take care of you & your family’s health & wellbeing

•🛡️ Permanent health insurance/income protection as well as Life insurance, so that you can feel secure in any situation

•Employee Assistance Programme available to you and your immediate family for support on a variety of matters

•Defined contribution pension scheme with competitive employer contributions so you can look after your future

•Competitive annual holiday entitlement so that you can slow down and take some time to rest

•🎓 Annual professional membership fee reimbursement, e.g. in ACCA, CIMA

•🎁 Club/gym subsidy so that you can take care of your body

• Discretionary annual bonus scheme

•💬 Referral Program – do you know someone who would like to join us? Referral bonuses are awaiting you!

•🏠 Remote/hybrid working opportunities, or from the office

•🧠 Tuition support for professional qualification exams that are relevant to your role including paid study and exam leave

•🎉 Sports and Social Club – many team outings, company parties, sports activites and charity projects are awaiting you

•💻 Support for workplace equipment and programs promoting mental health and wellbeing – because your comfort and health matter to us