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Senior Associate Back Office & Fund Controller (Hedge Fund)

Senior Associate Back Office & Fund Controller (Hedge Fund)

Artha Bharat Investment Managers IFSC LLPGandhinagar, Gujarat, India
6 hours ago
Job description

About Us :

We are a fast-growing  alternative investment management firm  based in  GIFT City , focused on delivering differentiated fund strategies through our Category III AIF structure and PMS. We’re building a high-performance team to scale our operations and drive innovation in India’s evolving financial ecosystem.

Role Overview :

We are looking for a  Senior Associate – Back Office Operations as Fund Controller for our Hedge Fund, who will play a pivotal role in building and managing day-to-day operational workflows, fund administration coordination, trade settlement, and reconciliation processes for our AIF structures and PMS. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment and is eager to contribute to building operational infrastructure from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities :

Trade Lifecycle Management :

  • Process and validate trades across equities, derivatives, and other instruments
  • Coordinate with brokers, custodians, and fund administrators to ensure timely and accurate settlement
  • Monitor and resolve trade breaks and exceptions promptly

Cash, Position & NAV Reconciliations :

  • Perform daily reconciliation of fund accounts, cash balances, open positions, and NAV with custodians and administrators
  • Investigate discrepancies and ensure resolution within prescribed timelines
  • Fund Administration & Investor Operations :

  • Liaise with fund administrators for NAV validation, performance fee calculations, and investor reporting
  • Support onboarding of investors, subscription / redemption processes, and capital activity records
  • Coordinate with compliance for reporting and regulatory filings (SEBI, IFSCA, etc.)
  • Operational Reporting & Documentation :

  • Generate daily P&L and exposure reports for internal stakeholders
  • Maintain robust documentation and audit trails for all operational activities
  • Assist with internal and external audits, including responding to data requests
  • Process Development & Controls :

  • Contribute to the creation and enhancement of SOPs and operational control frameworks
  • Assist in the evaluation and implementation of technology tools for automation and scale
  • Candidate Profile :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CA / MBA is an advantage)
  • 3–7 years of experience in hedge fund operations, fund administration, PMS / AIF operations, or similar roles
  • Solid understanding of financial instruments, particularly equities and derivatives
  • Experience with fund accounting and knowledge of GIFT City / IFSCA regulatory framework preferred
  • Hands-on, proactive mindset with the ability to build processes from scratch
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with reconciliation or OMS platforms
  • Strong communication skills and comfort working with senior stakeholders and third-party vendors
  • What We Offer :

  • A unique opportunity to work at the forefront of India’s alternative investment ecosystem in GIFT City
  • Flat team structure, high ownership, and room to contribute beyond the job description
  • Learning opportunities in fund structuring, operations, and cross-border investment frameworks
  • Competitive compensation with performance-linked incentives
  • Fast-track career growth in a high-performance, entrepreneurial environment
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