Manager, Hedge Fund Accounting

SS&C Technologies•Boston, MA

3d•$115,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SS&C is hiring a Manager, Hedge Fund Accounting to lead a team supporting sophisticated hedge fund clients in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The role coordinates the day-to-day work of the U.S. Client Service Fund Accounting team, supports team development, and drives operational excellence and high-quality client service. The position is based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a hybrid work arrangement. The manager reviews fund accounting deliverables and client reporting, maintains client relationships, supports fund launches and other client transitions, resolves operational issues, provides technical accounting guidance, and coordinates audit support. The role also contributes to process improvements, system enhancements, testing, and implementation projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of fund accounting experience with a hedge fund administrator.
At least 1 year of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements, audit support, and investor allocations.
Solid understanding of corporate actions.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and hedge fund accounting principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with a broad range of financial instruments, including equities, fixed income, repurchase agreements, futures, foreign exchange, mortgages, or options.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CFA, or progress toward a professional certification.
Demonstrated success improving operational processes or mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the day-to-day activities of the U.S. Client Service Fund Accounting team, including workflow, priorities, and deliverables.
Supervise, coach, and mentor accounting professionals and support their growth and development.
Review fund accounting deliverables, including P&L reporting, NAV calculations, pricing, and economic allocations, for accuracy and timeliness.
Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements, partner capital statements, and other client reporting.
Build and maintain client relationships, serving as a key point of contact and ensuring high-quality service.
Support new client onboardings, fund launches, reorganizations, and platform conversions.
Resolve fund accounting and operational issues, escalating complex matters as appropriate.
Provide technical accounting guidance and support to team members and clients.
Coordinate audit requests and support the external audit process.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, testing, and implementation projects.