Job Overview – Finance Manager (Hedge Fund)
Compensation: $140,000 – $165,000/year + bonus
Location: San Francisco, CA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)
Atlantic Group is hiring a Finance Manager (Hedge Fund) in San Francisco, CA for our client, supporting fund accounting, financial reporting, tax, regulatory reporting, and investment operations within a global investment management environment. This highly visible role partners closely with finance leadership, fund administrators, auditors, custodians, and internal investment teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and efficient fund operations. The ideal candidate has hedge fund accounting experience, a strong understanding of investor allocations, and a background in public accounting or investment management.
Responsibilities as the Finance Manager (Hedge Fund):
- Fund Accounting: Oversee core fund accounting activities by reviewing reconciliations, investor allocations, capital activity, expense reporting, and financial records prepared by external service providers.
- Financial Reporting: Review monthly and quarterly financial statements, investor reports, and other fund reporting deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Operations Coordination: Partner with custodians, prime brokers, and fund administrators to support trade settlement, cash management, position reconciliations, and middle office activities.
- Audit & Tax Support: Coordinate annual audits, assist with tax reporting, support K-1 preparation, and collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors on regulatory requirements.
- Regulatory & Compliance: Support regulatory filings, compliance initiatives, operational due diligence requests, and investor reporting related to fund operations.
- Process Improvement: Participate in operational projects, strengthen internal processes, and support cross-functional initiatives that improve reporting efficiency and operational controls.
Qualifications for the Finance Manager (Hedge Fund):
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: CPA is required.
- Experience: 5–8 years of hedge fund accounting, fund administration, public accounting, or investment management experience is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of hedge funds, alternative investments, investor allocations, financial reporting, and investment operations is required.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required, and experience with fund accounting platforms, investment reporting systems, or ERP software is preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across internal and external stakeholders, and operate effectively in a fast-paced investment environment.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.