Manager - Middle Office Hedge Fund Operations

IQ-EQ

$80K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in financial services, with a focus on middle office and hedge funds.
  • Strong knowledge of financial instruments including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and FX.
  • Exceptional analytical, accounting, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in advanced Excel and portfolio accounting systems like Enfusion or Geneva.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with client leads to build and maintain client relationships through direct communication.
  • Mentor junior staff and participate in training to foster a collaborative team environment.
  • Oversee financial operations including budgeting, vendor payments, and cash management.
  • Advise clients on accounting matters and manage fund administrator interactions.
  • Evaluate and improve internal processes to enhance engagement efficiency and support strategic initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package to support employee well-being and work-life balance.
  • Generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time and paid holidays.
  • Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
  • Paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule for personal and professional fulfillment.
  • 401(k) plan with company match (subject to eligibility).
Full Job Description
Job Description

You will work closely with leading private equity and hedge fund firms in the alternative asset industry, supporting them under the guidance of seasoned industry professionals. This role involves managing trade and position reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, preparing performance estimates, and overseeing fund accounting processes. Additionally, you will provide client onboarding support, manage team members, and act as an escalation point for complex issues.

What you'll do
  • You'll collaborate with the client lead to build and maintain strong relationships through direct communication with multiple clients.
  • You'll foster a collaborative team environment by mentoring junior staff and actively participating in training and development.
  • You'll oversee financial operations including budgeting, vendor payments, cash management, and maintaining accurate records.
  • You'll advise clients on accounting matters while managing fund administrator interactions and supporting audits, NAV reviews, and tax filings.
  • You'll continuously evaluate and improve internal processes to monitor engagement efficiency and contribute to strategic client growth initiatives.

What we offer
  • IQ-EQ offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and work-life balance.
  • Employees receive generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time, sick time and paid holidays, and financial wellness is supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match (subject to eligibility).
  • Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health support and additional ancillary insurance plans.
  • Additional benefits include paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule, promoting both personal and professional fulfillment.
  • The salary for this position will be dependent on experience and location ($80,000 - $110,000).


Qualifications
  • You hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
  • You bring five plus years of experience in financial services, ideally with middle office exposure and hedge fund expertise.
  • You have strong knowledge of financial instruments across domestic and global markets, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and FX.
  • You demonstrate exceptional analytical, accounting, and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • You are proficient in advanced Excel and portfolio accounting systems such as Enfusion or Geneva, and possess strong research and writing capabilities.

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