US Wealth, Middle Office Accountant

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent.

Headquartered in London, we manage $172.6 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com

* As at 31 March 2025

The US Wealth Middle Office Accountant is supporting Man’s US registered funds business including the new ETF platform and Interval fund structures.  The role will involve establishing accounting processes and procedures as well as the daily oversight of NAV production and hands on operational support. The role will suit a highly driven candidate who is motivated to be a part of establishing a new support function at Man and grow their career as the business scales. A core expectation of the Middle Office Accountant will be to leverage their experience to establish appropriate process and controls alongside more established members of the Middle Office team. The Middle Office Accountant will be responsible for a significant portion of the day-to-day operational support and managing relationships with our external counterparts.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the direction and administration of day-to-day operations and processes for Man’s funds which are subject to registration under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Liaise with the fund administrator/s to reconcile final fund NAVs and oversee all other activity performed by the fund administrator.
• Produce NAV estimates based on Man internal systems and ensure integrity of internal data impacting the investment decision making process.
• Establish accounting procedures to support financial reporting obligations of the funds.
• Work with the Chief Compliance Officer of the funds to ensure adherence to all financial and regulatory reporting obligations under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Provide support to the Principal Financial Officers of the funds.
• Ensure the quality and effectiveness of the pricing governance and controls are maintained through identification and mitigation of pricing risks and the communication/documentation of any enhancements to the framework.
• Ensure relevant information is incorporated in the valuation of funds and that valuations are reflective of fair value.
• Oversight of incentive/performance fees, management fees, and any other fee structures in scope.
• Responsible for service provider relationships including but not limited to, fund administration, loan administration, banking, auditors, valuation agents, etc.
• Actively monitor risk by identifying trends and potential issues with operational controls to improve the control environment and drive efficiencies.
• Taking a proactive and innovative approach to enhancing processes and maintaining internal policies and procedures manuals.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years experience in accounting, including exposure to funds subject to registration under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
• Strong knowledge of ETF and/or Interval Fund structures.
• Knowledge of Fixed Income products strongly preferred.
• Experience working at an Investment Manager/Advisor preferred.
• Excellent Microsoft skills (power point, excel and word).
• Strong communication skills, strong business knowledge and ability to multitask.
• A team player, who is also comfortable to take individual ownership.
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple senior stakeholders.

Our Culture, Values and Benefits at Man

Man Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equal opportunities. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business and this is embedded in our culture and values. There are a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and that encourage inclusion and diversity across our firm and the industry. Man Group is a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter and the Race at Work Charter.

Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme.

We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave.  Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.

Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact Peopleoperations@man.com.

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent.

Headquartered in London, we manage $168.6 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com

* As at 31 Dec 2024