Fund Accounting Manager - Commodities

I am working with a leading hedge fund that is looking to add a Finance Manager to its growing Commodities Fund Accounting team.

This is a high impact role supporting a diverse multi strategy platform with exposure to complex products across public and private markets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering accurate accounting, reporting, reconciliation and oversight for a wide range of investment strategies while partnering closely with portfolio managers, risk, operations and senior leadership.

This opportunity suits someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys tackling technical accounting challenges and wants to play a meaningful role inside a world class alternatives platform.

The Role

• Oversee daily, monthly and quarterly accounting and reconciliation for commodities related transactions, including futures, options, swaps and physical commodities
• Produce accurate monthly and quarterly NAVs while ensuring alignment with internal policies and accounting standards
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure all reporting meets regulatory and audit requirements
• Work closely with investment teams, operations and counter parties to resolve breaks, ensure accurate reporting and maintain robust control environments

Risk & Performance Support

• Provide insights into market activity and its impact on valuation, P&L and risk metrics

Process Enhancement

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the commodities fund accounting workflow
• Leverage technology and automation tools to improve reconciliation, reporting and data quality

Regulatory & Audit

• Ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards including US GAAP and IFRS
• Prepare audit materials and liaise with external auditors

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner with PMs, risk, middle office, legal, compensation and operations to support decision making across the business
• Act as a subject matter expert for complex accounting topics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline
• CPA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in fund accounting with a focus on commodities markets
• Strong understanding of commodities products and multi entity fund structures
• Proficiency with fund accounting systems (e.g., Geneva) and advanced Excel

Why This Firm

• Collaboration with industry leading investment teams
• Significant visibility with senior leadership
• A high performance culture with strong infrastructure
• The chance to contribute meaningfully to a global firm