At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fund audits and tax returns for a diverse range of over 400 funds.
- Company: Join a leading investment firm with a focus on governance and operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to engage with top stakeholders and drive strategic oversight.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in fund management and enhance your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Senior Technical Programme Manager with expertise in fund management and audit processes.
The predicted salary is between 59576 - 70089 £ per year.
Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Funds Audit Delivery to lead the end-to-end delivery of fund audits and tax returns across our diverse fund range.
Responsibilities Ensure timely execution of audits for over 400 funds, including complex portfolios such as the LTAFs (including the CTRA fund), Ground Rent Funds, and Private Market Funds, as well as our Luxembourg and UK fund ranges.
Manage project plans, drive adherence to deadlines, and proactively identify and mitigate delivery risks.
Engage stakeholders across Aviva Investors, Aviva Group, HSBC Fund Controllers, and external auditors (EY and BDO) with a focus on governance, quality assurance, and operational excellence.
Lead monthly audit governance forums, formalise third‑party engagement, and oversee communication and reporting processes.
Lead people management, strategic oversight, and ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met.
Qualifications Senior Technical Programme Manager with deep expertise in fund management, audit processes, and financial accounting.
Excellent Asset Management experience, with knowledge of Private Markets and associated assets.
Qualified Chartered Accountant (e. g., ACA/ACCA) and/or industry equivalent (e. g., IMC).
Experience in a Project Management capacity in the Asset Management industry.
Extensive understanding of Project governance and proficiency in MS Office applications and other project tools and methodologies.
Knowledge of fund accounting,
