Fund Controller

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a qualified finance professional to join a high-performing alternative investment manager as a Hedge Fund Controller. The role offers exposure to a dynamic portfolio of credit-focused strategies, including structured credit, private debt, and CLOs, within a fast-growing and entrepreneurial hedge fund platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead fund financial control and reporting for a portfolio of credit hedge funds and managed accounts.
• Prepare and review monthly NAVs, management accounts, investor reporting, and financial statements under IFRS/US GAAP.
• Liaise with fund administrators, auditors, and third-party service providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of fund data.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, legal, operations, and investor relations teams across the business.
• Manage and enhance internal controls, cash flow forecasting, FX hedging, and fund structuring support.
• Involvement in product launches, system/process automation, and regulatory reporting (AIFMD, FATCA/CRS).

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, with 5–8 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical accounting background, ideally trained in a Big 4 or top-tier audit environment.
• Credit fund experience is essential, either in-house or through audit/advisory (e.g., CLOs, private credit, structured credit, distressed, or special situations).
• Buy-side experience within hedge funds or asset managers highly desirable.
• Self-starter with commercial acumen, problem-solving mindset, and excellent attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of fund structures, SPVs, and complex credit products.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-related bonus.
• Opportunity to work in a nimble, high-calibre team with direct exposure to front office.
• Entrepreneurial environment with a clear path for growth, ownership, and strategic input.
• Hybrid working model with excellent flexibility and benefits package.