Account Manager (Fund Accounting)

Bolder Group is a global provider of fund, corporate, governance, and private wealth solutions. We support alternative investment managers, multinational corporations, and private clients through a comprehensive range of administration, accounting, governance, and compliance services. Our commitment to service excellence, innovation, and long-term partnerships enables us to deliver tailored solutions across multiple jurisdictions.

Role Overview

The Account Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of fund administration clients while leading a team of Fund Accountants to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of fund accounting, administration, and reporting services. The role combines technical fund accounting expertise, client relationship management, team leadership, and operational oversight.

The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for clients, auditors, custodians, brokers, legal advisors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with regulatory and operational requirements. The role will also support the continued growth and development of Bolder Group's Hong Kong operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of fund administration clients.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with fund managers, investors, custodians, brokers, auditors, legal advisors, and other stakeholders.

• Ensure client deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed service levels.

• Respond to client inquiries and provide technical guidance on fund accounting and operational matters.

• Identify opportunities to enhance client service and support business growth initiatives.

Fund Accounting & Administration

• Oversee the preparation and review of Net Asset Values (NAVs) on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual basis, as applicable.

• Review fund accounting records, reconciliations, investor transactions, and financial reporting deliverables.

• Oversee corporate actions processing, cash and position reconciliations, and security pricing validation.

• Review financial statements, audit schedules, capital activity calculations, and other fund reporting requirements.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

• Support complex fund transactions including subscriptions, redemptions, capital calls, distributions, and expense allocations.

Operations & Governance

• Monitor fund operations to ensure adherence to established procedures and service standards.

• Review investor onboarding documentation, due diligence, and KYC/AML requirements in collaboration with relevant teams.

• Coordinate annual audits and act as a key liaison between clients and external auditors.

• Liaise with legal counsel regarding fund legal documentation and operational matters.

• Support operational improvement initiatives and contribute to risk management and compliance processes.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Fund Accountants and Senior Fund Accountants.

• Review work performed by team members and provide constructive feedback to support development.

• Allocate resources effectively and monitor team workload to ensure timely delivery of services.

• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and client service excellence.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management activities as required.

Business & Office Support

• Support the management and development of the Hong Kong office operations.

• Participate in client meetings, industry events, and networking activities to strengthen Bolder Group's market presence.

• Assist senior leadership in identifying opportunities for service enhancement and business development.

• Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects that support the growth of the Funds business.

Qualifications & Experience:

Ideal skills and qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in fund accounting, fund administration, or alternative investment operations. Candidates with less experience may also be considered for an Assistant Account Manager position.

• At least 2 years of people management or supervisory experience.

• Strong experience with hedge funds is required; exposure to private equity, private credit, or other alternative asset classes is advantageous.

• Proven track record managing client relationships and delivering high-quality fund administration services.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of fund accounting principles, fund operations, and financial reporting.

• Experience reviewing NAV calculations, reconciliations, and financial statements.

• Knowledge of KYC/AML processes and regulatory requirements affecting investment funds.

• Experience with fund accounting platforms such as Paxus or similar systems is advantageous.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial reporting tools.

Language Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Fluency in both spoken and written Mandarin and Cantonese is required.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work multitask effectively in a fast-paced, international environment.

Our offer:

• Proper financial compensation based on your qualifications and experience

• Opportunity to make a real impact on our team and business

• Ability to work in an environment that supports personal growth and a balanced professional and personal life

• Exciting professional development and career growth opportunities at Bolder Group

General Information:

• Work Setup: Onsite work arrangement

• Location: Bolder Fund Services (Hong Kong) Limited Unit 2102 21/F, Golden Centre 188 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong

• Workdays: Weekday work with weekends off (Mondays to Fridays)