Product Controller

Product Controller

City Hedge Fund

 

£250 - 300 per day (Umbrella)

Market leading Hedge Fund has an immediate opportunity.

  We are seeking a Finance Team Member to join our dynamic organization. In this role, you will be a crucial part of the Finance team, responsible for managing trading portfolio accounting tasks, daily P&L reporting, preparing accruals and prepayments schedules, posting journals, and assisting with the preparation of management accounts for trading entities. Additionally, you will contribute to team results by participating in various development projects.This position offers a unique opportunity for capable professionals to expand their product control and accounting knowledge while gaining exposure to diverse areas of the business. You will receive comprehensive support from an established team and enjoy a high level of autonomy. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should possess:

• 1-2 years of product control experience
• Strong desire to learn and progress
• Advanced numerical skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and validate daily trading P&Ls/NAVs
• Manage portfolio pricing
• Capture all trading-related fees
• Assist with month-end processes for trading portfolios and entities
• Support tax analysis and reporting for trading activities
• Contribute to the audit cycle(s)
• Prepare and maintain accruals and prepayments schedules
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts
• Improve processes and controls

Requirements

• Understanding (and eagerness to learn more) of core liquid products and their trading mechanisms, including cash equities, equity swaps, FX (spot, forwards, futures, options), listed equity options, bonds, futures, ETFs, and ADRs
• Strong numeracy skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• Proficiency in Excel
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work comfortably in a high-pressure environment
• Strong analytical skills for identifying and investigating variances and flagging issues
• Flexibility to handle additional queries and ad hoc projects

Excellent work environment and Team spirit.