About Us:

SouthPeak Investment Management is an Australian boutique fund manager using systematic derivatives-based investment strategies with a long track record of delivering persistent outperformance with low correlation to bonds and equities. We are in an exciting expansion phase and looking to add an Operations and Compliance Manager to our team. Our working environment is positive and collaborative while at the same time having high performance standards.

The Role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Operations and Compliance Manager to our team in Sydney. You will work independently running the day-to-day operational processes for our funds (liaising with our external fund administrator and brokers), as well as a range of other regular and ad-hoc operational and administrative functions. You will also look after the firm’s and our funds’ compliance duties, assisted by our external compliance advisor.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations

Daily Process: update our systems for trades and cashflows, calculate our ‘shadow’ NAV and P&L, reconcile cash/positions/trades with external parties, instruct cash payments, review administrator NAV packs for approval and release unit prices

Investor Statements & Communications: review material and manage performance reporting requirements

Accounting: review BAS calculations prepared by our administrator, calculate fund distributions, work with the external auditor and fund administrator for the creation and audit of the Financial Statements

Onboarding: assist in set-up requirements for new investors and new funds, and in the evaluation and set-up of new service providers

Compliance

Fund Compliance: perform daily compliance checks against fund/mandate guidelines

Corporate Compliance: perform regular corporate compliance tasks, keep registers up to date, prepare agenda and material for compliance committee meetings, monitor service providers, perform annual reviews of fund IMs and internal policies/procedures

Reporting Obligations: manage regulatory and investor reporting requirements, and assist in the creation of the annual internal controls report (GS007)

About You:

Accounting degree or similar

5+ years’ experience gained in fund operations, funds administration or similar roles

Strong understanding of fund accounting and fund processes

Strong attention to detail

Quick learner

Solid communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient with Excel

Comfortable taking ownership of a range of tasks, working independently and in a small team

Australian permanent resident or work visa holder

Why Join Us:

Work closely with a senior team in an exciting growth phase of the firm

Gain exposure to the full breadth of a funds management business

Opportunity for flexible work arrangements for the right person

A positive, supportive work environment focused on excellence

Competitive remuneration

Contact us:

Please send your application to [email protected]