Job Description
Job Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Job Description
Title: Fund Accounting Manager
Department: AMO Fund Accounting Shared Services - India
Location: India
Reports To: Senior Manager Fund Accounting
Level : 5
We’re proud to have been helping our clients build better financial futures for over 50 years. How have we achieved this? By working together - and supporting each other - all over the world. So, join our AMO Fund Accounting team and feel like you’re part of something bigger.
Why would you choose to join Asset Management Operations? (Formerly Investment Services and Fund Accounting)
“The operational backbone of Fidelity International” – Servicing the needs of our customers, such as Trading and Portfolio Management, and maintaining close relationships with external Auditors and Custodians on a daily basis. Always acting in the best interest of our investors, and, in so doing, create wealth for our investors and opportunities and rewards for our employees
“The Team” – Around 400 people strong spread across various teams in the UK, Luxembourg, Ireland, Hong Kong and Dalian. This combination means there is an exciting array of skills and nationalities across all levels, making everyday work interesting and rewarding.
“The Challenges” – Fund Accounting is part of Asset Management Operations (AMO) and is responsible for maintaining the books and records of a broad range of funds. Various teams in AMO are responsible for processing corporate actions, pricing securities, settling trades, publishing holdings and maintaining static data for all Fidelity International funds; alongside fund accounting and reconciliation of all pooled funds in the UK and Luxembourg. In addition, the department calculates the Net Asset Values for funds worth in excess of $300 billion every day; all of this creates a fast paced and ever-changing environment.
“The Spirit” – A busy, friendly and supportive working environment is the foundation of all success and growth. This is exactly what you will find within AMO. Sound values are woven into the very fabric of our organisation, hence the long-term customer trust, success and stability of the company.
Department Overview
Global Business Operations & Fund Accounting (GBO) is the operational backbone of Fidelity International, crucial to the accurate, timely and efficient administration of our funds. Located in several global locations, we provide the middle and back-office functions for the company ranging from trade settlement, corporate action processing and NAV generation, through to the production of reports and accounts for our funds. In an industry that is becoming ever more complex it's essential that we are able to be creative and adaptable in the services and solutions we offer. With this in mind, our mission is to add value in every aspect of investment administration by delivering excellent service with a combination of innovative flexible solutions, outstanding knowledge resources and total commitment to our company goals.
We achieve this by:
• Providing a challenging and rewarding environment for our people
• Working with customers on timely, cost effective and creative solutions
• Constantly improving customer service delivery with strategic, scalable solutions in a risk-controlled environment
What You’ll Do
This role will be part of the Fund Accounting Team in India. The team is responsible for supporting the Global Fund Accounting teams to ensure the funds core accounting records are accurate and meet regulatory and accounting standards.
Your Key Accountabilities
• Day to day management of a team of fund accountants
• Recruitment, training, development, coaching and motivation.
• All fund accounting controls are completed and accounting records are accurate and up-to-date,
• Ensure daily accounting data is input into the books and records of the funds accurately
• Production of key deliverables to SLA’s.
• Review of productivity and efficiency of the team with focus on controls, procedures and risk mitigation,
• Management of relationships with key internal and external stakeholders,
• Production of management information for key stakeholders,
• Implementation and maintenance of an effective control framework to ensure the integrity of the books and records of all products
• Create an environment of continuous improvement within the team
Your Skills And Experience
The role will suit you if you enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Successful applicants will be able asked to demonstrate the following.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong planning skills
• Management experience
• Knowledge of the asset management industry
• Have a flexible approach, be self-motivated and a strong team player.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify issues of potential risk
• Accurate and numerate
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Desirable Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy or Finance
• Preferably Qualified accountant or qualified through experience
• Relevant Fund Accounting experience / knowledge
• Good working knowledge of Office applications, particularly Excel and Access
If you have an aptitude for finance and accounting, thrive on continual learning and can work in a dynamic and fast-moving environment we’d love to hear from you.
Feel rewarded
For starters, we’ll offer you a comprehensive benefits package. We’ll value your wellbeing and support your development. And we’ll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work – finding a balance that works for all of us. It’s all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team. For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com.
For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit careers.fidelityinternational.com
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manager Fund Accounting position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Gurugram offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
