AVP, Portfolio Control, Investment Operations

Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, with locations in Singapore, London, and Sydney, we manage over $151 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide—including pension funds, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology, rich datasets, and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches.

What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative, intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and innovation thrives. We’re united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work that’s both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, strong benefits, and a casual but focused office culture—all designed to support the meaningful, collaborative work that defines Acadian.

Position Overview:

The Operations Manager role is in the Portfolio Control group within the investment operations department. Responsibilities will include fund operations oversight, annual fund audit and tax reviews, fund administration, portfolio accounting, account onboarding/startup, market documentation and proxy voting for client assets under management at Acadian Asset Management LLC. Acadian supports a hybrid work environment, employees are on-site in the Boston office 3 days a week.

What You’ll Do:

· Fund Administration – Take a lead role overseeing the Acadian Commingled fund audit process, working with external auditors and counterparties to finalize audited financial statements. Oversee fund payments, process invoices, set budgets, and handle daily accruals. Prepare regulatory, compliance, and tax filings; research and resolve breaches.

· Fund Oversight – Oversee portfolio accounting, custody and the middle office functions. Ensure accuracy of market values and review performance. Foster strong relationships with custodians, prime brokers, derivative counterparties, middle office and brokers to ensure proper attention and maintenance of client accounts. Reconcile proxy voting reports and address inquiries from both external and internal parties.

· New Account Startup/Onboarding – Prepare documentation to complete custodian welcome packages, complete internal system setups, and act as a liaison between stakeholders

· Market Documentation – Responsible for opening markets for funds, maintaining all local market/compliance documentation throughout the life of the fund.

· Tax Reporting – Responsible for answering client inquiries regarding taxes, facilitate the K-1 and Canadian tax filings, Form 5500 and any other tax reporting.

· Operational Strategy – find strategic opportunities to reduce cost, add efficiency, and to add value to internally.

We’re Looking for Teammates With:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics or Economics preferred.

· 7-10 years of relevant experience within the investment industry, preferably with fund audit and tax experience

· Strong analytical background and knowledge of financial accounting principles

· Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills

· Excellent business judgment, professionalism and integrity

· Detail oriented, flexible, and able to multitask.

· Ability to work within a team environment as well as independently.

· Demonstrated ability to maintain cross-departmental relationships.