Financial Reporting Manager

TL;DR

Financial Reporting Manager (Finance): Overseeing the preparation and review of complex financial statements for investment funds with an accent on UK GAAP, IFRS, and waterfall structure calculations. Focus on managing client relationships, leading a team, and driving process efficiencies within a fast-paced alternative funds environment.

Location: Southampton (Hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a growing financial services group providing fund administration and related services to the alternative investment sector.

What you will do

• Prepare and review quarterly financial statements for funds under UK GAAP, IFRS, and US/Lux GAAP.
• Oversee the distribution of investor capital statements, capital call notices, and distribution notices.
• Manage complex waterfall structures, carried interest calculations, and management fee computations.
• Liaise with client auditors and tax preparers to facilitate year-end audit procedures.
• Provide direct line management, coaching, and performance appraisal for a small team.
• Collaborate on internal projects to improve process efficiencies and test new system functionality.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in Fund Accounting or Audit, ideally within the alternative funds sector.
• ACCA, ACA, or equivalent professional qualification is essential.
• Sound technical knowledge of UK GAAP and reporting standards for alternative funds.
• Proven experience in leading, developing, and mentoring team members.
• Strong interpersonal skills for managing client relationships and internal collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Private Equity specific knowledge or experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance or a related field.
• Experience with onboarding new clients or funds.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with a discretionary bonus scheme.
• Flexible, hybrid working model.
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, private medical insurance, and life assurance.
• Health and wellbeing programmes and on-site parking.