Hedge Fund Operations – Japanese Equities (Buy Side)
Location:
Singapore Office
About the company:
This company is a Singapore-based investment management firm specializing in Japanese equities through two complementary strategies. It operates fundamental investment approaches with a focus on mid to small cap names and maintain a high volume of positions across sectors. The operations team is critical in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of all post-trade processes while supporting our investment strategies.
They are looking for a resourceful and hands-on Buy-Side Operations Analyst with strong fund accounting knowledge. This role offers exposure to the full operational lifecycle of hedge fund management, with opportunities to contribute across a variety of functions in a tight-knit team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Fund Accounting & NAV Operations:
✔ Perform daily and monthly NAV calculations and validation processes
✔ Conduct comprehensive P&L reconciliation and variance analysis
✔ Calculate and verify management fees, performance fees, and expense allocations
✔ Oversee month-end and year-end closing procedures
Trade Operations & Settlement:
✔ Monitor trade settlements and resolve settlement failures
✔ Reconcile trades, positions, and cash balances with Prime Brokers daily
✔ Support trade bookings and lifecycle events for Japan-listed equities
✔ Handle corporate actions processing and income collection
✔ Manage FX hedging reconciliation and mark-to-market processes
Investor Relations & Capital Activity:
✔ Liaise with Transfer Agency on subscription and redemption processing
✔ Coordinate with fund administrator on capital activity and investor reporting
✔ Prepare and review investor statements and capital account reconciliations
✔ Support side pocket management and special situations processing
Risk & Compliance Operations:
✔ Monitor portfolio compliance with investment guidelines and risk limits
✔ Prepare regulatory filings and assist with audit preparation
✔ Review and process Japanese legal documents, including fund agreements and tax forms
✔ Support internal control processes and procedure documentation
Stakeholder Management:
✔ Collaborate with Prime Brokers, custodians, and fund administrators to resolve operational issues
✔ Interface with investment team on portfolio-related operational matters
✔ Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required
Process Improvement & Reporting:
✔ Maintain and enhance internal Excel tools for reconciliations, fee calculations, and reporting
✔ Identify opportunities to streamline operational workflows and reduce manual processes
✔ Contribute to ad hoc projects and broader team initiatives as needed
Requirements
- Experience:
2 to 5 years in hedge fund operations, fund accounting, or buy-side operations
- Core Skills:
Strong understanding of NAV calculation, trade and cash reconciliation, and fund flows
- Industry Knowledge:
Experience working with Prime Brokers, fund admins, and custodians
- Market Knowledge:
Familiarity with Japanese equities markets and trading practices is advantageous
- Personal Qualities:
Meticulous, dependable, and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
- Adaptability:
Flexible mindset with willingness to support broader team operations
- Technical Skills (Good to Have):
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and/or VBA for data analysis and process automation
- Additional Preferred Experience:
Prior use of **Enfusion PMS**
Hedge Fund Operations
Hedge Fund Operations
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
Singapore
Category:
Middle Office Operations
Subcategory:
Contact Name:
Megumi Yoshioka
Registration No.:
2245
Contact Email:
megumi@fundspartnership.com
