Senior Investment Operations Manager – Fund Accounting

My global banking client is looking for a contract Senior Investment Operations Manager to join the Whiteley (Hampshire) team.

Initial 3‑month contract on a Hybrid basis (2 days a week in Whiteley). Pay £570 per day.

Pay range provided by Scot Lewis Associates; actual pay based on skills and experience.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in investment accounting, financial control, and life & pensions fund accounting.
• Strong understanding of investment operations, including unit pricing, box management, and valuation processes.
• Proven experience leading and managing high‑performing investment accounting teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of statutory and regulatory reporting requirements within financial services.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive effective decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the investment accounting and administration team, overseeing all fund reporting processes (Group, internal, IFRS, and Solvency II).
• Manage relationships and performance of third‑party providers, including custodians, fund managers, and pricing agents.
• Develop and enhance accounting, reporting, and governance processes for unit‑linked and shareholder funds.
• Provide expert advice on investment accounting impacts of product, system, and fund structure changes.
• Support key projects, including fund transitions, re‑organisations, and investment governance activities.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology, Finance, and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Banking, Investment Banking, and Financial Services
• Location: Whiteley, England, United Kingdom

Please apply now for immediate consideration and further details.

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