Fund Financial Reporting Accountancy Apprentice

About Man Group

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

 

At Man Group, we value initiative, curiosity, and adaptability. We’ll give you the foundation to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and the satisfaction of building a career shaped by excellence.

We believe great ideas can come from anywhere, so our apprenticeship programme is designed to empower you from the start. You’ll work alongside industry experts, tackling real-world challenges and contributing to meaningful projects. With mentorship and a supportive learning environment, you’ll have the freedom to explore your potential and the agility to adapt as you grow.

 

Main Purpose

The role sits within the London based Fund Financial Reporting (FFR) Team which oversees the Fund Financial Reporting and Audit obligations across Man Group’s circa 300 fund entities.

The successful individual will be responsible for supporting the team in all aspects of this work which is focused on the delivery of accurate, audited and board approved financial statement. Working with skilled professionals in a small team, the apprentice will have strong opportunities for on the job learning across all the team’s core activities.

 

Responsibilities

 

• Support the administrative function of the FFR team including eg: the production of reporting & audit timetables, tracking of financial statement production against those timetables, and monitoring the status of issues & queries arising escalating to experienced team members and management as required.
• Organising and collating of reporting required to provide to the Fund Administrators as part of financial statement production, and to the auditors as part of their reviews.
• Facilitate response to standing and ad hoc information requests from auditors and fund administrators throughout the fund reporting cycles.
• Assist in the review of draft financial statements for accuracy, consistency and compliance with regulatory and reporting frameworks.
• Assist with the production of monthly and ad hoc internal reports.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation on team processes and policies.
• Support the continuous improvement in the Financial Statements process

 

Key Skills & Experience

 

• Interest in studying accounting and financial reporting courses as a route to becoming a qualified Accounting Technician (and possibly a Chartered Accountant in the future).
• Good organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise contending demands
• IT literate and comfortable with use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A team player, who is also comfortable to take ownership of assigned tasks
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group
You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity.

You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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 TalentAcquisition@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 $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