Commodities Fund Finance Manager Job at Northbound Search, New York, NY

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  • Northbound Search
  • New York, NY

Job Description

A leading global investment management firm is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented finance professional to join its commodities accounting and operations team.

This position plays a key role in overseeing the accounting, reporting, and operational support of commodities-related investment activity across a complex multi-asset platform. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, deep knowledge of commodities products, and experience operating within a fast-paced investment management environment.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Accounting & Reporting

  • Manage the accounting and reconciliation of commodities-related transactions, including futures, options, swaps, and physical commodities exposure.
  • Oversee monthly and quarterly NAV reporting processes for commodities-focused entities and strategies.
  • Partner with broader finance teams to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to internal controls and external reporting standards.

Trade Support & Reconciliation

  • Work closely with trading, operations, and external counterparties to investigate and resolve breaks and reporting discrepancies.
  • Monitor daily transactional activity to ensure completeness and accuracy across systems.

Risk & Performance Analysis

  • Assist in analyzing portfolio exposures, valuation impacts, and market-driven performance trends across commodities investments.
  • Support internal stakeholders with reporting and analysis tied to portfolio activity and risk metrics.

Process Improvement & Automation

  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, controls, and operational efficiencies within commodities accounting processes.
  • Utilize technology and automation tools to streamline reconciliations and reporting deliverables.

Regulatory & Audit Support

  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory standards, including GAAP and IFRS where relevant.
  • Coordinate audit support and prepare documentation for internal and external reviews.

Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Collaborate with portfolio management, middle office, legal, compliance, operations, and compensation teams on accounting-related matters.
  • Serve as a key internal resource for commodities accounting and operational questions.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • CPA, CFA, or similar professional designation preferred.

Experience

  • 8-12+ years of relevant experience within fund accounting, commodities accounting, or investment operations.
  • Prior experience within an alternative asset manager, investment firm, trading environment, or complex financial institution strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Experience with investment accounting platforms such as Geneva or similar systems.
  • Advanced Excel capabilities required; exposure to SQL, Python, or reporting/visualization tools is a plus.

Industry Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of commodities products, derivatives, and related operational workflows.
  • Familiarity with regulatory and reporting considerations impacting investment management firms.

Professional Skills

  • Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple business functions.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

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