Manager, Fund Analysis and Reporting via Talent Towers – Lagos

An undisclosed employer is recruiting a Manager, Fund Analysis and Reporting in Lagos.

About the Role

• The Manager, Fund Analysis & Reporting will lead the Client’s fund performance analysis, financial reporting, and investor reporting functions.
• This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and insightful reporting across all investment funds, supporting strategic decision-making, regulatory compliance, and transparent communication with stakeholders.
• The Manager, Fund Analysis & Reporting will also play a critical role in translating complex financial and investment data into clear insights for internal leadership and external investors.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Analysis & Performance Monitoring:

• Lead end-to-end performance analytics, including gross/net returns, IRR, MOIC, yield analysis, and benchmark comparisons.
• Conduct portfolio attribution analysis (asset-level, sector-level, and strategy-level performance drivers).
• Develop scenario and sensitivity models to assess impact of market changes, FX movements, and macroeconomic factors.

Net Asset Value (NAV) Oversight & Controls

• Define and enforce NAV governance frameworks, including policies, procedures, and sign-off protocols.
• Review complex asset valuations (private equity, real estate, illiquid instruments, derivatives).
• Ensure proper fair value hierarchy classification (Level 1, 2, 3 assets where applicable).

Reporting & Data Management

• Design and maintain a centralized data architecture for fund and portfolio reporting.
• Implement data governance frameworks, including data validation rules and ownership structures.
• Oversee integration of multiple data sources (custodians, administrators, investment systems)

Financial & Regulatory Reporting Support

• Oversee preparation of regulatory returns and filings (e.g., SEC, local regulators, tax authorities depending on jurisdiction).
• Ensure compliance with fund structures and legal documentation (PPMs, trust deeds, LP agreements).
• Support financial statement preparation, including notes and disclosures.

Strategic & Management Support

• Provide data-driven insights to guide portfolio rebalancing and capital allocation decisions.
• Support new fund launches, including structuring input, performance projections, and reporting setup.
• Develop business intelligence packs for senior management highlighting trends and risks.

Team Leadership

• Define team structure, roles, and responsibilities aligned with business priorities.
• Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all fund analysis and reporting activities.
• Drive a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s or CFA preferred).
• 5–7+ years experience in fund analysis, investment reporting, or asset management.
• Strong knowledge of investment performance metrics and fund structures.
• Experience working with fund administrators and auditors.
• Advanced Excel/financial modeling skills (Power BI or similar tools is a plus).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.