Senior Associate - Hedge Fund Accounting (Middle Office)

IQ-EQ

$70K — $100K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in financial services, especially in hedge funds or fund accounting.
  • Strong knowledge of global financial instruments—equities, fixed income, options, swaps, futures, foreign exchange.
  • Excellent attention to detail and multitasking capabilities.
  • Proficient in advanced Excel and portfolio accounting systems like Enfusion and Geneva.

Responsibilities

  • Review monthly NAV packages and update portfolio accounting systems.
  • Build and maintain fund accrual schedules and calculate management/performance fees.
  • Process, record, and reconcile performance reporting and transactions.
  • Prepare and manage daily, monthly, and tri-party reconciliations.
  • Collaborate with clients, prime brokers, and internal teams to resolve issues.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package promoting well-being and work-life balance.
  • Generous paid time off, increasing 4 weeks over time, plus sick time and paid holidays.
  • Health benefits covering medical, dental, vision, and mental health support.
  • Paid parental leave policy and a hybrid work schedule for better personal balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What you'll do
  • You'll review monthly NAV packages, update portfolio accounting systems as needed, and maintain accurate fund accounting records.
  • You'll build and maintain fund accrual schedules, calculate management and performance fees, and review monthly valuation reports with third-party valuation firms.
  • You'll process, record, and reconcile performance reporting, contributions, distributions, corporate actions, and expense payments.
  • You'll prepare and manage daily, monthly, and tri-party reconciliations of positions, trades, cash, market values, and accruals, ensuring accuracy between client records and custodians.
  • You'll collaborate with clients, prime brokers, and internal teams to resolve trade breaks, manage subscription and redemption documentation, and support ad hoc requests.

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 ($70,000-$100,000).


Qualifications
  • You have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience in financial services, preferably in hedge funds, fund accounting, or middle office operations.
  • You possess strong knowledge of financial instruments, including equities, fixed income, options, swaps, futures, and foreign exchange across global markets.
  • You demonstrate excellent attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and strong accounting and analytical skills to support complex financial processes.
  • You communicate effectively through strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
  • You are proficient in advanced Excel and portfolio accounting systems such as Enfusion and Geneva, while being hardworking, dependable, punctual, and professional.


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