Cathal O' Connor

COO of Aventicum Alternative Equities from 2013-2021

Steered and empowered high-functioning team, whist evaluating and optimising procedures/processes. Developed and improved infrastructure to streamline business operations and oversight of all functions.Held accountability for fund accounting, oversight of fund performance, regulatory reporting, compliance, FX hedging and cash/collateral management. Prepared and supervised budget aimed at cost minimisation, whilst processing invoices. Main point of contact and responded to queries of board of directors, investors, and auditors. Offered proactive assistance to sales team and PMs on all investment and marketing material. Built and strengthened relationships with all vendors and suppliers.

Head of Fund Operations with BRT from 2009-2013

Ensured expert-level back- and middle-office support provision to all hedge fund managers by hiring and coaching high-achieving team of four members. Coordinated with investment managers and offered daily and ad-hoc reports. Addressed issues related to operations, investor relations, compliance, treasury, accounting, and HR. Supervised the running of parallel reports with the fund’s administrators. Presented services to prospective clients and maintained relationships with existing ones. Planned and orchestrated training sessions to guide staff on corporate action procedures. Engaged in weekly management meetings and produced management reports.

Account Manager with Citco Fund Services from 2003-2009

Managed a team of fund accountants that provided accounting and audit related services to a range of hedge funds. 

Fund Accountant with BNY from 2000-2003

Provide fund accounting and audit services to a range of asset managers.

BSc (Honours) in Pure Mathematics - The Queen’s University of Belfast. 

Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst - CAIA Association