WAM-AladdinBA-Accounting-Manager

Aladdin BA- Aladdin Accounting

Job purpose

The Senior Fund/Client Accountant is responsible for overseeing all aspects of fund and client accounting, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. The role requires expertise in cash and position reconciliation, daily accrual and profit-and-loss (PNL) validation, as well as hands-on experience in managing various asset classes. The ideal candidate will provide leadership to the accounting team, ensure seamless onboarding of new funds and clients, and deliver high-quality client reporting and regulatory assessments.

Key

• Cash and Position Reconciliation Guide the team in performing daily cash and position reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of fund records.
• Accrual and PNL Validation Oversee validation of daily accruals and PNL, ensuring all income, expenses, and valuations are appropriately captured and reported.
• Asset Class Expertise Apply in-depth knowledge of multiple asset classes including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternatives in all accounting processes.
• Fund and Client Accounting Manage end-to-end accounting tasks, including NAV calculation, fee accruals, and general ledger activities for assigned funds and clients.
• Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accountants, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Onboarding and Fund Setup Oversee the onboarding process for new funds and clients, ensuring all systems, controls, and documentation are in place for successful launches.
• Client Reporting Prepare and review periodic and ad hoc client reports, maintaining consistency, clarity, and compliance with client requirements.
• Regulatory Evaluation Evaluate and implement regulatory requirements, ensuring all fund and client activities adhere to current regulations and best practices.
• Aladdin Accounting Experience Utilise Aladdin or similar investment accounting platforms for data management, reconciliation, and reporting functions.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of fund and client accounting principles and practices.
• Expertise in handling multiple asset classes.
• Proficiency with Aladdin or equivalent investment accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred skills

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant fund/client accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams within the financial services sector.
• Hands-on operational knowledge of Aladdin accounting platform is highly desirable.