TMF

TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. We provide legal, financial and employee administration through TMF Group’s teams in 120 offices.

The Associate Manager / Manager is responsible for managing the delivery and review of Hedge Fund and Private Equity fund accounting engagements while supporting team development and client relationships. This role combines hands-on technical execution, review responsibilities, and day-to-day team leadership, ensuring accurate, timely, and high-quality client deliverables in accordance with accounting standards and service level expectations.

Fund Accounting & Client Delivery

·         Manage and deliver accounting services for multiple clients’ engagements, including NAVs, investor reporting, and month-end / quarter-end close.

·         Act as a key point of contact for clients, particularly during transitions of work to new Associates or Senior Associates.

·         Review work prepared by Associates and Senior Associates to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal procedures and controls.

·         Prepare and review: 

o    Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations

o    Investor allocations and capital account statements

o    Capital calls and distribution calculations, including subsequent closes and equalization

·         Reconcile portfolio and cash activity to source data.

·         Ensure fund expenses are accrued accurately and in accordance with US GAAP / IFRS.

·         Apply fund governing documents (LPAs, side letters, management agreements) accurately to accounting and investor allocations.

·         Troubleshoot moderately complex accounting matters and escalate higher-risk or non-standard issues as appropriate.

Financial Statements, Audit & Compliance

·         Draft and review quarterly and annual financial statements prepared under US GAAP / IFRS, with guidance from senior leadership as required.

·         Support year-end audit and tax engagements, acting as a key contact for auditors and preparing audit support documentation.

People Leadership & Coaching

·         Train, coach, and support Associates and Senior Associates on technical accounting topics and day-to-day deliverables.

·         Assist with onboarding and transition of new team members and client work.

·         Provide ongoing feedback and contribute to performance reviews and development planning.

·         Support workload planning and deadline management to ensure consistent delivery and adequate coverage.

Process Improvement & Team Support

·         Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including process standardization and automation.

·         Support implementation and adherence to internal controls and quality standards, identifying and addressing errors or recurring issues.

·         Track inefficiencies arising from client complexities, data challenges, or process gaps and communicate risks proactively.

·         Demonstrate strong task, inbox, and priority management to support personal and team efficiency.

Experience & Skills

·         4–7 years of fund accounting experience, with exposure to Private Equity and Hedge Fund structures. And 2 -3 years of direct experience leading teams.

·         Experience reviewing work prepared by junior team members.

·         Hands-on experience with NAV preparation, investor allocations, capital calls, and distributions.

·         Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS and partnership accounting.

·         Ability to independently resolve day-to-day accounting matters and exercise judgment on escalation of complex issues.

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.

·         Proactive task and inbox management with strong organizational skills.

·         Relationship-oriented, with the ability to build trust with clients, auditors, and internal stakeholders.

·         Demonstrated coaching mindset and interest in developing junior team members.

·         Strong accountability and judgment in managing deadlines and deliverables.

Pathways for career development

• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.

• We provide internal career opportunities, so you can take your career further within TMF.

• Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.

Making an impact

• You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients.

• Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.

A supportive environment

• Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace.

Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best.