Accounting Manager

Millennium•New York, NY

6d•Remote

About The Position

Millennium Management, a leading global multi-strategy hedge fund, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manager to join our Fund Accounting team, focusing on fixed income strategies. This role is integral to ensuring the accurate accounting, reporting, and operational oversight of fixed income-related investments within the firm’s diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in fixed income markets, fund accounting principles, and operational processes within a hedge fund environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in a hedge fund, asset management firm, fixed income trading environment or public accounting firm with a focus on hedge funds is highly desirable.
Proficiency in fund accounting systems (e.g., Geneva) is desirable.
Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with data visualization tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL) is a plus.
Strong understanding of fixed income products, private credit, or other commonly traded financial instruments.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements impacting hedge funds and fixed income trading.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CFA, or equivalent certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Oversee the accounting and reconciliation of fixed income-related entities, including bonds, loans, repos, mortgage-backed securities, futures, options and swaps.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly, and quarterly NAV calculations for fixed income entities.
Collaborate with the broader accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
Work closely with trading desks, operations, and counterparties to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate reporting.
Provide insights into market trends and their impact on portfolio valuation and risk metrics.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting workflows for fixed income products.
Leverage technology and automation tools to streamline reporting and reconciliation processes.
Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory frameworks, including GAAP, IFRS, and other applicable standards.
Prepare audit documentation and liaise with external auditors as needed.
Partner with business managers, risk teams, middle office, compensation, legal and operations to provide accounting insights and support decision-making.
Act as a subject matter expert on fixed income accounting within the firm.