Risk Manager (Hedge Fund Operations)

• Perform daily and monthly NAV calculations and validation processes
• Conduct comprehensive P&L reconciliation and variance analysis
• Calculate and verify management fees, performance fees, and expense allocations
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Monitor trade settlements and resolve settlement failures
• Reconcile trades, positions, and cash balances with Prime Brokers daily
• Support trade bookings and lifecycle events for Japan-listed equities
• Handle corporate actions processing and income collection
• Manage FX hedging reconciliation and mark-to-market processes
• Liaise with Transfer Agency on subscription and redemption processing
• Coordinate with fund administrator on capital activity and investor reporting
• Prepare and review investor statements and capital account reconciliations
• Support side pocket management and special situations processing
• Monitor portfolio compliance with investment guidelines and risk limits
• Prepare regulatory filings and assist with audit preparation
• Review and process Japanese legal documents, including fund agreements and tax forms
• Support internal control processes and procedure documentation
• Collaborate with Prime Brokers, custodians, and fund administrators to resolve operational issues
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required
• Maintain and enhance internal Excel tools for reconciliations, fee calculations, and reporting
• Contribute to ad hoc projects and broader team initiatives as needed

Job Requirements

• At least 2 to 5 years of experience in hedge fund operations, fund accounting, or buy-side operations
• Strong understanding of NAV calculation, trade and cash reconciliation, and fund flows
• Experience working with Prime Brokers, fund admins, and custodians
• Preferably familiar with Japanese equities markets and trading practices
• Meticulous, dependable, and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Flexible mindset with willingness to support broader team operations
• Good to Have: Proficiency in Python, SQL, and/or VBA for data analysis and process automation