Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager — UK & Cayman Funds

Location: Delhi, India

Reporting To: Finance Head

Hiring Entity: PGM & Associates, on behalf of a UK & Cayman-based Investment Funds

About the Role

We are seeking a Finance & Operations Executive to support the setup and ongoing operations of UK & Cayman-based investment funds.

The candidate will work closely with funds administrators, finance teams, auditors, bankers & other service providers to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and smooth day-to-day operations.

This position offers exposure to international funds structures, UK GAAP/IFRS reporting, and end-to-end funds operations while working with an experienced CA firm in India.

Key Responsibilities

1. Funds Operations & Accounting

• Assist in the pre-launch financial setup for the funds (chart of accounts, banking coordination, and accounting systems).
• Handle daily bookkeeping, NAV preparation, and reconciliations for funds entities.
• Coordinate with the UK team on investor subscriptions, redemptions, and capital calls.
• Maintain cash flow statements, expense accruals, and inter-company reconciliations.
• Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Interaction with various service providers and ensuring compliances in all Jurisdiction and deal with regulators
• Verifying & keeping records for the investments made by the funds.
• Payroll processing and social security and similar compliances
• Return & form filings

2. Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Assist in preparation of annual financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Work with auditors for year-end closing and statutory compliance.
• Support documentation for FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) and other UK regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate MIS reporting to management and funds stakeholders.

3. Coordination & Communication

• Collaborate with fund managers, Investment team, administrators, and accountants.
• Maintain effective communication across time zones.
• Coordinating with all service providers and ensuring compliance in all jurisdiction
• Support automation and process improvement initiatives for funds operations.
• Assisting in due diligence

4. Pre-launch & Ongoing Support

• Participate in fund onboarding, policy documentation, and investor due diligence.
• Assist in setting up internal control frameworks and reporting templates before fund launch.
• Coordinate with legal and tax teams for compliance documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CWA, ACCA, or MBA (Finance) preferred.
• 6 months to 2 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or investment operations.
• Proficiency in Excel, Tally/Zoho/QuickBooks, and comfort with cloud-based accounting platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Skills

• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with UK clients or funds (hedge funds, PE, VC, or asset management) will be a strong advantage.
• Experience in audit or accounting firms handling overseas clients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Based on qualification, experience and skillset- 12 lacs
• Continuous learning and training opportunities in international finance.
• Career progression to Fund Controller / Operations Manager roles.

Tentative Start Date: November- December 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹100,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person